Have you ever noticed your stomach doesn’t feel quite right when you’re stressed?
There’s a reason for that. Stress and Digestion are interconnected.
When your body is under stress, it shifts its attention toward dealing with the immediate challenge. Digestion becomes less of a priority.
Stress can affect digestion, including stomach acid production, and can disrupt the gut microbiome. Over time, this can make it harder to digest food and get the nutrients your body needs.
Your brain and gut are constantly communicating through your nervous system. Good communication helps your digestive system do its job.
Your body can’t be in survival mode and recovery mode at the same time.
That’s why the basics matter. Eat well. Breathe. Move. Sleep. Take a break. Give your body a chance to slow down and recover.
Chiropractic care helps improve digestive function. An adjustment provides specific input to the nervous system and supports healthy communication between the brain and body. When your nervous system is functioning well, your body can better regulate things like digestion, movement, and recovery.
Get adjusted and give your nervous system the support it needs for healthy digestion and recovery.
– Dr. Zach Gower
