Gut Feelings Are Real: How stress affects digestion and what you can do about it.
The gut-brain connection is well-established in evidence-based research, particularly through the role of the vagus nerve. Your digestive system is highly sensitive to stress and emotional tension, and disruptions in vagal tone can directly impact gut function and overall well-being.
When we’re anxious, overwhelmed, or under pressure, our nervous system shifts into fight-or-flight mode. This can disrupt digestion, cause bloating, create gut pain, and even contribute to conditions like IBS.
At Organic Mind Body, we support gut healing not just through physical techniques, but by addressing the emotional triggers that can impact your digestive system. Using kinesiology, we help uncover hidden stress stored in the gut, and chiropractic care supports nervous system regulation.
When your body feels safe, your digestion improves—because the nervous system can shift out of fight-or-flight mode and back into rest-and-digest. This state supports better absorption, less inflammation, and more ease throughout your digestive tract.