08/08/2025
Such a vital part of our Health… THE GUT!
You carry a "second brain" in your gut, known as the enteric nervous system (ENS). With over 500 million neurons, it controls digestion, nutrient absorption, and communicates with your brain via the gut-brain axis. Remarkably, it can function independently from your brain or spinal cord regulating movement, reflexes, and enzyme release even while you're unconscious. This explains gut feelings, stress-related stomach issues, and why 90% of your serotonin is made in the gut. Though it doesn’t “think” like your brain, the ENS plays a vital role in your mood, health, and daily bodily functions.