The Microbiome, Parkinson's, and Chronic Illness W/ Martha Carlin
by Kevin Danielson July 31, 2026
Guest Information: Martha Carlin is the author of the book CONNECTED: Love, Loss, and the Unseen Forces Behind Chronic Disease. She is associated with The BioCollective and BiotiQuest.
Key Topics: The episode focuses on the microbiome and its relationship to Parkinson's disease and chronic illness.
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