Posts tagged Gut health
How Shame Shapes Your Identity and Impacts Your Gut

In her groundbreaking work, Brene Brown famously defines shame as "the intensely painful feeling or experience of believing that we are flawed and therefore unworthy of love and belonging." This sentiment encapsulates the deep-seated impact shame can have on our sense of self and our relationships. But how does shame develop, and what toll does it take on our physical and emotional well-being?

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Why Your Nervous System Holds The Key To Healing Your Gut

In the intricate tapestry of our bodies, the gut and the brain are two of the most vital players. They communicate, influence, and even rely on each other in ways we are only beginning to understand. But what often goes unnoticed in this dynamic relationship is the central role played by the nervous system. In this exploration, we will uncover the profound link between the nervous system and gut health and understand why addressing the nervous system is the key to healing the gut.

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HEALING TRAUMA THROUGH FOOD: THE PROFOUND CONNECTION BETWEEN WHAT YOU EAT AND NERVOUS SYSTEM REGULATION

In our journey toward healing, we often seek solace in the nurturing embrace of food. Today, we embark on a fascinating exploration of the profound connection between what we eat and our emotional well-being. It's a journey that unveils the intricate ways in which food shapes our experiences and influences our path to trauma recovery.

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5 WAYS TRAUMA IMPACTS YOUR GUT

Many of us associate the word trauma with something horrible that happened in the past, like a parent's loss, a car accident, or a natural disaster. However, trauma can result from simply missing something in our childhood (emotional validation, affection, recognition, abandonment) or having something in excess (stress, criticism, emotional or physical abuse).

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MIND FOOD - WHAT TO EAT TO EASE YOUR STRESS AND ANXIETY NATURALLY

Living a busy life, surrounded by convenient takeaway options and colorful ads of ready meals just to be put into the microwave, we rarely stop to think about the importance of food on our long-term wellbeing. Yes, in theory, we all 'know' that proper nutrition is one of the keys to a healthy life. Yes, in theory, we all 'know' that we can improve our health by keeping a proper diet. But how exactly does it work, and what is this 'right' food?

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HOW SUGAR CRAVINGS AFFECT YOUR GUT & MIND, AND WHAT TO DO TO STOP THEM?

I am pretty sure you know this situation very well – you are working or studying, reading a book or watching Netflix, and suddenly it kicks in. An urgent appetite for something small and sweet because your concentration is somehow falling apart. Or you are just bored and looking for a quick mood booster. Of course, you don't feel like cooking or preparing the ENTIRE meal, you are actually not that hungry - you just want something quick and easy and sugary, right?

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