# The Gut-Brain Connection Explained | How Food Impacts Depression & Mental Health Page: https://stenobird.com/podcast/along-the-rock-7081292/the-gut-brain-connection-explained-how-food-impacts-depression-mental-health Text version: https://stenobird.com/podcast/along-the-rock-7081292/the-gut-brain-connection-explained-how-food-impacts-depression-mental-health.md Podcast: [Along The Rock](https://stenobird.com/podcast/along-the-rock-7081292) Published: 2026-06-09T11:00:00+00:00 Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/radarfreepress/episodes/The-Gut-Brain-Connection-Explained--How-Food-Impacts-Depression--Mental-Health-e3kgspa Audio file: https://anchor.fm/s/fc1413b8/podcast/play/121188586/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-8%2F425753228-44100-2-8eab6d2c4dbd9.mp3 Processing state: not_requested JSON: https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/along-the-rock-7081292/episodes/the-gut-brain-connection-explained-how-food-impacts-depression-mental-health Duration seconds: 696 ## Resource Join Nathan Stahr on this episode of Along the Rock as he sits down with Tameka Deatherage and Dr. Christine Elston of Elston Psychotherapy to explore the growing connection between mental health, nutrition, and overall wellness. Discover how the foods we eat can impact mood, energy levels, stress management, and even symptoms of depression. The conversation dives into the science behind the gut-brain connection, the role of serotonin, the impact of processed foods, and practical steps anyone can take to support both their physical and mental health. The trio also discusses Elston Psychotherapy's upcoming workshop, Depression, Diet, and the Gut-Brain Connection , designed to empower individuals with knowledge and tools to make positive lifestyle changes that support emotional well-being. Whether you're interested in mental health, nutrition, or simply looking for ways to improve your daily wellness, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice. Learn more about Elston Psychotherapy and their services, including psychotherapy, EMDR therapy, coaching, couples counseling, adolescent group therapy, and child and teen counseling at Elston Psychotherapy . Their Sterling office provides in-person and telehealth services focused on helping individuals achieve mental wellness and personal growth. πŸ“ Elston Psychotherapy 402 2nd Ave., Suite 1 Sterling, IL 61081 πŸ“ž (779) 297-7016 🌐 https://www.elstonpsychotherapy.com/ πŸ‘‰ Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond. 🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online 🎀 Highlights: 0:23 Meet Tamika Deatrich and Dr. Christine Elston 0:48 Why researchers are studying diet and mental health 1:44 What is the gut-brain connection? 1:54 Seroton… ## Actions - request_transcript: `POST https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/along-the-rock-7081292/episodes/the-gut-brain-connection-explained-how-food-impacts-depression-mental-health/transcription-requests` β€” Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode. - read_markdown: `GET https://stenobird.com/podcast/along-the-rock-7081292/the-gut-brain-connection-explained-how-food-impacts-depression-mental-health.md` β€” Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource. A page view does not enqueue transcription. Agents should invoke `request_transcript` explicitly when they need this episode processed. ## Transcript Full transcripts are not published on public pages unless there is a clear rights basis.