The Gut-Brain Connection: Why Your Mood Shows Up in Your Digestive Tract
digestive health
gut-brain connection
irritable bowel syndrom
nervous system health
stress and digestion
Apr 16, 2026
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Most of us have felt it: “butterflies” before a big event, a “knot” in the stomach when something is wrong, or even feeling suddenly nauseated during intense stress. These aren’t just figures of speech. Your gut and your brain are in constant two-way communication.
The brain can influence the stoma...
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