Gut brain

▶️ You Have 3 Brains! ▫️ Although the head, heart, and gut brains work together, they have obvious different physical functions and they also perform different mental and emotional roles. ▫️ The head brain analyzes information and applies logic. The heart-brain senses the world through emotion and feelings. ▫️ The gut brain is used for understanding our identity and who we are in the world. The gut-brain also helps us learn self-preservation by teaching us to follow our instinct – the “gut…

Optimizing womens’ gut health through personalized consultation and education

Your Second Brain Here is a great article about what I call “Your Belly Brain!” "Experts say the gut is nearly as powerful a force as the brain, affecting your physical and mental health right now—and into your future. Here’s the latest thinking about how your amazing, complex gut microbiome works, and ways you can keep it healthy." read more> https://www.prevention.com/author/4715/lora-shinn/

Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers in the nervous system and they have a vital role on our mood and behavior. 🧠Neurotransmitters are produced in the brain and in the gut (and other places,...

When we think about mood regulation, self-esteem, and overall mental health, our brain often gets all the credit. But serotonin is made in the gut.

By Bailey Lowe

Do you ever have those days, weeks, or even months where you almost constantly battle belly bloating, gas, pain, or discomfort? Trust me, I've been there too. It seemed like an endless cycle of feeling heavy, sluggish, and frustrated with how my clothes fit. I blamed myself, thinking it was due to overeating or indulging

Gut-Brain Interactions and the role of the microbiome in brain health

A growing body of research indicates that the gut-brain axis plays a significant role in mental health. Gain insight into this intricate interplay between the gut and brain, and how an altered gut microbiome can affect both digestive function as well as our mental and emotional state.