Are Your Brain and Tummy Talking?

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The connection between your mind and your stomach goes well beyond the feeling of wellbeing that goes along with a satiated stomach—or the feelings of anger and irritability that often accompany an empty one. Your brain and your gastrointestinal system actually have a clear biological relationship with each other. As researchers have focused in on the second brain—your gut—they’ve found that imbalances in your gut bacteria can cause not only gastrointestinal symptoms but also mood swings and more profound issues such as stress, anxiety, and depression. Whatever the cause of your gastrointestinal imbalance—be it hormones, genetics, or diet—any disruption of your gut’s delicately balanced systems can wreak havoc, not only with your stomach but also with your emotional stability. Fortunately for you, this means that by improving the health and restoring the balance of your gastrointestinal bacteria, you can potentially see improvements in your mental and emotional health as well.… Read More

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