Genius Gut

Genius Gut

The Life-Changing Science of Eating for Your Second Brain

Summary

A New Gut-Brain Method to Superpower the Second Brain and Feel Your Absolute Best

Ever experienced ‘gut feelings’ or ‘butterflies in your stomach’? Turns out there’s real science behind them. Your gut isn’t just a digestive system, it’s a powerhouse - your second brain.

Join the Gut-Brain Revolution
Microbiome scientist and registered dietitian Dr Emily Leeming explains the ground-breaking evidence on the relationship between food and mood, unveiling the powerful gut-brain connection…and exciting new links to your gut bacteria.

A Healthy Gut, A Healthy Mind

Understand how the food you eat and the habits surrounding it can elevate your memory, sharpen your focus, and make you feel amazing through the Genius Gut method.

No More Diet BS

Say goodbye to food-related stress. No more cutting out foods, feeling hungry, or worrying about what you ‘should’ or ‘shouldn’t’ eat. Genius Gut cuts through the nutritional noise to get you to achieve a healthy balance - without restriction and with plenty of science-backed tips.

Simple Hacks That Work

Dr Emily has translated complex science into 10 actionable gut-brain hacks to boost your health, mood, and brainpower. Packed with ready-to-go tips and expert advice, Genius Gut is your ultimate ally for everyday gut (and brain) health that will make the world of difference.

Tune into your genius gut and transform your health, mood and brainpower from the inside out


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PRAISE FOR GENIUS GUT

"The gut is the gateway to the brain – and this is the go-to guide" - Dr Tara Swart, neuroscientist and author of The Source

"Apart from being an exceptional academic, Emily’s talent and passion for disseminating the science into digestible nuggets is second to none. I devoured this book." - Alana Macfarlane, author of The Gut Stuff

"Dr Emily Leeming masterfully distils emerging and complex science into easy and actionable reading, dispelling common myths along the way. Everyone should own a copy!" - Angela Foster, High Performance Health Podcast

"An essential and refreshing read about an important topic" - Joshua Fletcher, the Anxiety Therapist (@anxietyjosh, the author of And How Does That Make You Feel?)

"In an ocean of much need books on health, I’m so glad I’ve got Dr Emily’s Genius Gut. As a fellow ex private chef, I love how she writes practically and deliciously on food. Congrats Emily. Thank you from me and my gut." - Melissa Hemsley

"This truly is a gut health bible" - Kaitlin Colucci, gut health dietitian

Reviews

  • The gut is the gateway to the brain – and this is the go-to guide
    Dr Tara Swart, neuroscientist and author of The Source

About the author

Emily Leeming

Dr Emily Leeming is a scientific researcher at King’s College London, registered dietitian, with a PhD in nutrition, the gut microbiome and health. Her unique expertise as a former chef, and now dietitian and scientist, translates into practical (and delicious) advice on the very latest science and nutrition thinking.


Dr Emily regularly writes for The Daily Mail, and has featured in numerous publications including The Telegraph, Vogue, The Guardian, The Times, The Sun, and Radio 4 Food Programme. She frequently speaks at events.
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