The Missing Mental Health Link (Gut-Brain Axis Explained)

The Missing Mental Health Link (Gut-Brain Axis Explained)

Author: Reed Davis March 19, 2026 Duration: 43:27
Why your gut may be driving anxiety, brain fog, and low energy Because what if your brain isn’t the problem? In this episode, I’m joined by Brendan Vermeire, Clinical Faculty for Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, and we break down what’s actually happening inside the gut–brain axis and how your gut microbiome may be driving how you think, feel, and function every single day. We’re connecting the dots between gut health, inflammation, and brain chemistry in a way that actually makes sense… so you can stop guessing and start understanding your symptoms. 🎯 In this episode: What the gut–brain axis actually is (in real-life terms) How your gut influences mood, anxiety, and focus Why inflammation and gut dysfunction can show up as brain symptoms Signs your gut may be behind your fatigue or brain fog Where to start if you want to support your gut and your brain 🎓 Brendan’s Courses (25% OFF until March 31) Use code: 'Brendan25' 👉 Gut-Brain Axis Course 👉 Mastering Mold Illness 👉 Mastering Neurotransmitters 👉 Mastering Brain Chemistry 👉Mastering Methylation 👉Organic Acids   Connect with Brendan Vermeire Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_holistic_savage Connect with Michele Scarlet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelescarlet_ _________________________________ For health coaches and practitionersWant to investigate root causes like these for your own clients? Join our free Health Coach Intensive Workshop and see how FDN Practitioners use functional lab testing to guide real results. ⤵️ http://fdntraining.com/healthcoach __________________________________

Hosted by Reed Davis, The Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition digs into the real-world stories of people who have untangled complex health puzzles. Instead of just theory, you’ll hear directly from individuals and practitioners who have personally navigated chronic issues, applying the principles of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition and other complementary, natural approaches. These conversations go beyond surface-level symptoms, exploring the investigative process of finding root causes and the practical steps taken toward recovery. It’s for anyone feeling stuck in their wellness journey or curious about how functional medicine translates into actual results. Each episode in this podcast feels like a detailed case review, offering insights and perspectives that challenge conventional thinking about health and healing. By focusing on these personal triumphs and the strategies behind them, the podcast provides a sense of possibility and a deeper understanding of what it means to truly reclaim your health. Tune in for candid discussions that illuminate the often-overlooked connections within the body and empower you with a more detective-like approach to your own well-being.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

The Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition
Podcast Episodes
Purified vs. Restructured Water - Which is Best? w/ Tim James [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:36
What if the key to feeling younger, stronger, and more energized isn’t found in the latest trend—but in a few foundational principles anyone can start today? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Tim, founder of Che…
The Inflammation Code w/ Dr. Shivani Gupta [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:23
In this episode, Detective Ev sat down with Dr. Shivani Gupta, a leading voice in holistic health and chronic disease prevention, whose work bridges 5,000 years of Ayurvedic wisdom with modern functional medicine. Dr. Sh…
Mold Illness is Why My Health Fell Apart w/ Katie Poterala [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:36
What happens when your body begins to fail—and no one can tell you why? In this powerful episode of The Health Detective Podcast, Katie shares her deeply personal health journey through sudden illness, mold exposure, and…
Adjusted Reality w/ Dr. Sherry McAllister [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:29
What if alignment is the missing link to lasting health and longevity? In this episode of The Health Detective Podcast, Detective Ev sits down with Dr. Sherry McAllister, doctor of chiropractic, President of the Foundati…
Why Meds Aren’t the Answer—And What Is w/ Alisa Berteau [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:48
In this episode, Detective Ev sits down with Alisa, a Doctor of Pharmacy with over 25 years of experience who made the courageous leap from conventional medicine into the world of functional health. After years of dispen…
How to ACTUALLY Regulate Your Nervous System w/ Christine Ruch [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:49
In this powerful episode, Detective Ev sits down with Christine Ruch, a Holistic Transformation Guide who helps people with unresolved health conditions reconnect to their body’s innate wisdom and healing potential. Chri…
What is Biogeometry? w/ Angie Chek [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:29
Discover the transformative potential of Biogeometry with Angie Chek, a faculty instructor at the CHEK Institute and creator behind Angie’s World. In this episode, Angie shares insights on using energy medicine to find t…