117 - Gut Health & Chronic Pain: Unveiling the Connection with Leigh Brandon

Could improving your gut health hold the key to alleviating chronic pain? Join us on the Radical Health Rebel podcast as we uncover the compelling connection between the gut health and your body's pain response. We promise you'll emerge with a clearer understanding of how your gut influences neurotransmitter production, impacting everything from mood to pain perception. This episode unravels the complex interplay of dysbiosis, leaky gut, and systemic inflammation, offering fresh insights into managing pain. You'll see firsthand the profound impact of addressing gut health on chronic pain and overall well-being.Explore with us how inflammation acts as a critical bridge between gut health and chronic pain, influenced by pro-inflammatory cytokines and microbiome imbalances. We also tackle neuropathic pain and conditions like IBS and fibromyalgia, revealing how neuroinflammation and immune responses can amplify discomfort. As we navigate the psychological dimensions, discover how gut dysbiosis can fuel a vicious cycle of mood disorders and chronic pain. Our discussion extends to the potential of diet in breaking this cycle, providing hope for those seeking relief from persistent pain. I discussed:0:00The Gut-Brain Axis and Chronic Pain5:02Connecting Gut Health and Chronic Pain17:18Exploring Gut Health and Pain ConnectionsDon't forget to check out recommended episodes 13, & 14 with Matt Wallden, 41 with Stephen Lawrence, 86 with Marc McLean, 90 with Dr Jason Hawrelak & 95 with Dr Josh Dech for even deeper insights into the gut's role in health..Send us a textSupport the showDon't forget to leave a Rating for the podcast!You can find Leigh @: Leigh's website - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/ Chronic Pain Breakthrough Blueprint - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/ Leigh's courses: StickAbility - https://stickabilitycourse.com/ Mastering Client Transformation (professional course) - https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/mastering-client-transformation/

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