Can Your Gut Predict Parkinson's & Alzheimer's Disease? Dr. Trisha Pasricha Live Q&A

Could your gut hold the key to preventing Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease? Researchers believe the first signs of these diseases could be digestive issues that occur years before neurologic symptoms appear. In this live Q&A, gastroenterologist and researcher Dr. Trisha Pasricha joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast to break down the powerful connection between the gut microbiome and brain health — and what it could mean for your future. From constipation as an early signal to the power of diet in shaping gut health, this episode uncovers the science behind the gut-brain axis. 🧠 You will learn: - The gut-brain axis explained - Early warning signs hidden in digestion - The role of constipation in disease risk - How diet shapes your microbiome - Practical tips to improve gut health - The power of the vagus nerve Plus, we answer live audience questions on Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases, digestion, fiber, and microbiome health. 💩 You've Been Pooping All Wrong 👉 🔬 Dr. Pasricha's Research on Alzheimer's and Parkinson's 👉 🙏 Support The Exam Room Podcast & PCRM 👉 - About Us - The Physicians Committee is dedicated to saving lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. We combine the clout and expertise of more than 17,000 physicians with the dedicated actions of more than 175,000 members across the United States and around the world.

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Can Your Gut Predict Parkinson's & Alzheimer's Disease? Dr. Trisha Pasricha Live Q&A is an episode from The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee by Physicians Committee.

This episode is 56:53 long.

This episode was published on Apr 1, 2026.

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