Stomach Pain & Anxiety

Your gastrointestinal system performs many essential bodily functions, such as extracting and processing nutrients, helping regulate your immune system, and helping process toxins you consume. The majority of these functions are actually carried out by your gastrointestinal bacteria and your gastrointestinal hormones, and if either of those delicately balanced systems are disrupted, severe problems can occur. Just think about how much of your whole-body health is determined by your gut and its ability to properly process nutrients. Gastrointestinal problems usually manifest as bloating, nausea, diarrhea, and gas, all of which can make life pretty uncomfortable. And long-term issues can lead to autoimmune disease and other serious issues. Research is even showing that an imbalance in gut hormones and/or bacteria can have an effect on your mental state. According to a new study, imbalances in your gastrointestinal system can change both your mood and your behavior.… Read More