Anxiety And Food: Mastering Your Gut-Brain Connection For Calm

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ANXIETY: Let’s Make Sense of This Sh*t

Let's Work This Sh*t Out

49 episodes

2 months ago

Welcome to "ANXIETY: Let’s Make Sense of This Sh*t" – The No-BS Podcast for Navigating Anxiety Like a Pro.

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Anxiety And Food: Mastering Your Gut-Brain Connection For Calm

ANXIETY: Let’s Make Sense of This Sh*t

41 minutes

3 months ago

Anxiety And Food: Mastering Your Gut-Brain Connection For Calm

Understanding the Gut-Brain Connection: How Food Impacts Your Anxiety In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating science of how your gut and brain communicate and why understanding this connection is crucial for managing anxiety. If you've ever wondered why you feel anxious around food, why certain meals trigger panic symptoms, or how to break the cycle of emotional eating, this episode is for you. We'll explore the real science behind the gut-brain axis, share practical strategies for blood sugar stability, and help you develop a healthier relationship with food that actually supports your nervous system rather than triggering it.

Key Takeaways

Your gut produces 90% of your body's serotonin, directly impacting mood and anxiety
Blood sugar crashes can feel identical to panic attacks due to stress hormone release
The gut-brain axis allows constant communication between your digestive system and brain
Inflammation in the gut directly correlates with inflammation in the brain
Small, consistent changes in eating patterns can significantly reduce anxiety symptoms

What You'll Discover

Why anxiety around food isn't weakness but a legitimate nervous system response
How to use the three-breath reset technique before meals to calm your system
Simple food combining strategies to prevent blood sugar roller coasters
The connection between dehydration, electrolyte balance, and anxiety symptoms
Why meal timing matters more than you think for nervous system regulation

Resources Mentioned

Dr. Emeran Mayer's research on gut-brain axis at UCLA
Dr. Uma Naidoo's work on nutrition and mental health at Harvard
Mediterranean diet studies on anxiety and depression outcomes
Dr. Julia Rucklidge's research on nutrient deficiencies and anxiety disorders
Dr. Felice Jacka's groundbreaking research on dietary patterns and mental health

Next Episode Preview Next Tuesday, we're tackling tech overload and how to detox your nervous system from constant digital stimulation. We'll explore practical strategies for managing screen time without becoming a hermit.

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