Why I Think Rising Anxiety & Depression and Colorectal Cancer Among Young Americans Are Linked [Video]

Rates of Anxiety and Depression have been rising among young adults in the United States. So have rates of Colorectal cancer. Here’s why I think they’re linked.

None of the statements in this video constitute medical advice. If you want or need advice related to nutrition, exercise, physical or mental health, or medical decisions please reach out to a licensed provider you trust.

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Video on Dutch study comparing antidepressant treatment with running therapy: https://youtu.be/M5E-BpNJIGs

You can find additional references in the show notes at:
https://thesexyuniverse.com/2024/04/15/why-i-think-rising-rates-of-depression-anxiety-and-colorectal-cancer-in-young-adults-are-linked/

Time Stamps

0:00 Introduction
1:36 Colorectal Cancer Rates in the United States
3:20 Anxiety and Depression Rates in the United States
5:09 The Gut-Brain-Immune Connection
8:53 Feeding the Microbiome (Flavinoids and Fiber)
11:07 Short Chain Fatty Acids and Simple Phenolics
13:44 Ultra Processed Food Is Linked to Many Common Diseases
19:11 Social Isolation and Disconnection
22:22 Sitting and Screen Time

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