Understanding Gut Health, Stress, and Neurological Diseases with Martha Carlin
by Martha Carlin August 25, 2025
In this insightful episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, the host welcomes Martha Carlin to discuss the profound impact of gut health on both physical and mental well-being. Martha shares her personal journey that led her from an accounting career to founding the Bio Collective, a company pioneering research in the microbiome. The conversation covers the critical functions of the microbiome, the role of diet and stress in gut health, and the intricate connection between the gut and the brain. They also delve into how environmental factors and modern agricultural practices affect our microbiome and overall health. Tune in to learn practical tips for improving gut health, managing stress, and preventing neurological diseases like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's.
If you want a clearer understanding of gut health and how to experience the profound benefits of targeted probiotics — clearer skin, fewer cravings, better digestion, deeper sleep, and more — this episode is for you.
Returning to seasonal eating isn’t just nostalgic. It’s a powerful way to support your gut microbiome—the vast ecological community inside you that helps shape digestion, immune resilience, mood balance, and overall vitality.
The human gut hosts trillions of microbes working together in complex harmony. These microbes influence everything from digestion to immune regulation to brain chemistry. And like any living system, they require nourishment. That nourishment? It often comes in the form of prebiotics.