Kiran Krishnan: Gut Health Secrets for a Stronger Immune System & Better Skin

In this episode of the Gut Health Gurus podcast, we have the pleasure of speaking with Kiran Krishnan, a renowned expert in the field of microbiome research. Kiran shares his insights on a wide range of topics, including the interaction between the microbiome and immune system, the impact of antibiotics on gut health, the gut-brain interaction, and the connection between gut health and skin health.

Topics Discussed:

00:00 - Who is Kiran Krishnan?

04:20 - How does the microbiome and immune system interact?

14:52 - How does the microbiome identify friend and foe?

17:13 - Is it better to expel phlegm or swallow?

19:47 - Training the immune system

26:01 - The effect of taking an antibiotic to treat infection.

33:00 - Strategies to counter the negative impacts of antibiotics

36:30 - The impact of antiobiotics on people around you

39:45 - The Gut Brain Interaction and Psychobiotics

51:55 - Psychobiotics and Sleep