Having issues with your digestion is,
literally, "gut-wrenching". Did you know that intestinal issues
affect more than your digestive system? They can cause irritation in your skin
and mouth, as well as affecting your moods and energy levels.
Cells in the inner intestinal lining
produce a large percentage of serotonin, otherwise known as the "happiness
chemical". Since the brain produces the same serotonin, a connection is
formed sending chemical messages between the brain's central nervous system and
the enteric nervous system of the digestive tract, otherwise known as your
"second brain".
If your digestive health isn't
tiptop, it can cause your enteric nervous system to send messages to the brain
that something isn't right, resulting in feelings of anxiety. Before you know
it, your brain is reacting to these messages before any specific symptoms
arise.
To determine whether your digestive
tract is healthy, assess how you're feeling during and after meals. A few tips:
make sure there's sufficient fiber in your diet, make sure you're
well-hydrated, and make it a priority to get enough exercise.
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