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How Your Microbiome Talks to Your Brain with Dr. Vivian Asamoah, MD (ep – 74) | The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast Sponsored by Orgain
Nov 17, 2025
How Your Microbiome Talks to Your Brain with Dr. Vivian Asamoah, MD (ep – 74)
It's easy to think of digestion as a one-way process, but the conversation between your gut and your brain is far more complex. From mood to memory to overall well-being, this "gut-brain axis" plays a critical role in how we feel and function every day. In this episode, Dr. Ginger Hultin sits down with Dr. Vivian Asamoah, a board-certified gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician, to explore the fascinating science of how your microbiome communicates with your brain. They break down what the gut-brain connection really means, the role of the microbiome and vagus nerve in mood regulation, and why paying attention to digestive health can have ripple effects on mental clarity and emotional balance. Dr. Asamoah also shares practical advice for recognizing gut signals that shouldn't be ignored, and what they might be trying to tell you. If you've ever wondered how food, stress, and microbes shape your mindset, this episode will change the way you think about your gut.
About The Guest
Dr. Vivian Asamoah, MD
Dr. Vivian Asamoah is a board-certified gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician with over two decades of experience delivering compassionate, evidence-based care. She earned her medical degree from the University of Geneva in Switzerland and completed her residency and fellowship at the prestigious Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Asamoah specializes in conditions such as IBS, GERD, fatty liver disease, and digestive health issues, while emphasizing prevention, lifestyle, and nutrition in her integrative approach. Known for her ability to connect with patients and explain complex conditions in a clear, relatable way, she currently practices in the Houston-Katy area, where she also enjoys cooking, reading, and family time. Dr. Asamoah is a respected member of the American College of Gastroenterology and the American Gastroenterological Association.
About The Host
Dr. Ginger Hultin, DCN, RDN, CSO
Ginger Hultin is an integrative, clinical dietitian and cancer nutrition specialist who received her Doctorate in Clinical Nutrition from the University of North Florida. She received her master's degree from Bastyr University, where she currently serves as adjunct faculty teaching clinical nutrition. She has been in practice for over 10 years using a personalized, holistic nutrition approach. She runs a full-time virtual private practice, Ginger Hultin Nutrition where she helps clients with complex health problems improve their health thought nutrition. In addition to being the host of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, she is an author of two books, Anti-inflammatory Diet Meal Prep and the How to Eat to Beat Disease Cookbook.
