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Stress has a huge impact on our gut health. When stress is high, digestion is slow. In addition, chronically elevated stress hormones can cause damage to our gut microbiome and increases levels of inflammation throughout the body. Managing stress is easier said than done. Stress management will look different for each person, but it is an important piece of the puzzle when working on gut health. The following strategies can be used individually or in combination to reduce the effects of high stress.
Breath work: Perhaps the fastest way to reduce elevated stress hormones in the blood stream is through breath work. Breath work can be performed anywhere, and at any time with no equipment necessary. Here is a great article on breath work. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6137615/
Meditation: For some, meditation can be challenging in the beginning. If just starting out, begin with a short guided meditation and remember that it is normal for the mind to wonder. Here is an example of a guided meditation.
Morning routine: This can help start the day off on the right foot. Design your morning routine to help move you closer to your goals, and to help reduce stress or anxiety first thing in the morning. An example morning routine could be: Drink a 12 ounce glass of water, meditate or do breath work for five minutes, and say five gratitude statements or affirmations.
Gratitude journaling: Gratitude journaling is one of the best ways to create happiness and peace. Before bed or early in the morning, write down 3 - 5 things that you are truly grateful for, big or small
With Warm Regards,
Leia Suzanne
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