The Gut-Stress Connection: How Small Shifts Create Big Changes

In functional medicine, we often talk about the gut-brain axis—a powerful link between your digestive system and your mind. But what does this really mean for you? Simply put, when your gut is off, it can amplify feelings of stress, and when stress is high, it can throw off your digestion. It’s a cycle that can leave you feeling stuck.

Here’s the empowering part: you don’t need a complete life overhaul to make a change. Functional medicine is about uncovering root causes, but it’s also about honoring where you are today. What’s one small shift you could make this week to nurture your gut or manage stress?

  • Could you drink a calming tea like chamomile or peppermint after a meal?
  • Could you try a 3-minute breathing exercise before eating to activate your rest-and-digest mode?
  • Could you add one gut-friendly food, like fermented veggies or bone broth, to your daily routine?

Small actions have a ripple effect. Start with one that feels manageable, and notice how it impacts both your stress and your gut.

Remember, your body is always working with you. Listening to its signals and supporting it with tiny, consistent changes can create profound results over time. Where will you start today? Do you have a small step in mind?

I would love to coach you through some of these obstacles if you’re looking to refine your goals or level up. Give us a call and book an appointment today!

Jade Green TNC CHHC

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