19/08/2025
It’s called the gut–brain axis — and scientists now call your gut the “second brain”.
🧠 How your gut triggers anxiety:
Imbalanced gut bacteria → sends distress signals to the brain via the vagus nerve.
Inflammation in the gut → produces stress chemicals like cortisol.
Poor digestion → less absorption of mood-boosting nutrients like B12, magnesium, and tryptophan.
Food intolerances → trigger immune reactions that affect brain chemistry.
✅ Simple gut-healing habits to reduce anxiety:
1️⃣ Eat fermented foods (pasteurised curd, kefir, sauerkraut) for healthy bacteria.
2️⃣ Limit ultra-processed sugar — it feeds bad bacteria linked to mood swings.
3️⃣ Add magnesium-rich foods (spinach, pumpkin seeds, almonds) for nervous system calm.
4️⃣ Stay hydrated — even mild dehydration can worsen stress.
5️⃣ Chew slowly — digestion starts in the mouth, reducing gut strain.
💡 Bonus tip:
80–90% of your serotonin (happy hormone) is made in your gut — take care of it, and your mood may follow.
