Ever feel foggy, tired, or off—no matter how clean you eat or how hard you train? It’s not in your head. It’s in your gut. Your second brain controls your mood, energy, and immunity, and when it’s inflamed, everything crashes. In this video, I break down how gut health, hidden food triggers, and lifestyle stress are wrecking your mitochondria, screwing up your serotonin, and making you feel bloated and sluggish. Fix your second brain—your real performance starts there.
Chapters:
0:00 – Introduction
0:49 – Meet Your Gut’s Nervous System
1:32 – The Science Behind It
2:22 – Mitochondria & Gut Sabotage
2:50 – Healthy Foods That Hurt You
3:31 – Why Clean Eating Isn’t Enough
5:24 – Lifestyle Signals That Sabotage Your Gut
6:31 – The Gut-Stress Spiral
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