Your stomach’s role in your moodYour stomach’s role in your mood
From Sobriety To Recovery: An Addiction Recovery Podcast
Ep #70 - In this week's episode we discuss the gut, the belly, the enteric nervous system (for you science-y inclined folk out there,) and how that controls 95% of your serotonin levels - which is the determiner in your mood, anxiety, stress, sex dri...
31:47•24 Jun 2020
The Gut-Mood Connection: How Your Stomach Shapes Your Emotions
“Ultimately, it just sends you in this spiral where you do not feel good for the next couple of days, and you think it is because of what the drugs have done to you. When you are sitting there and you are wondering why you are feeling mopey and you are sad or depressed and you are not able to just muster up the energy to go do anything, start looking in your pantry and start looking in your freezer, and start looking in your fridge and really ask yourself what are the components of the food that you have been putting into your body.”
Ever wondered why your stomach feels like a second brain? In this episode of 'From Sobriety to Recovery', Jesse Mogle dives into the surprising connection between gut health and your mood. It turns out that 95% of your serotonin, the chemical that influences everything from anxiety to sex drive, is produced in your gut, not your brain. Who knew? Jesse breaks down the science behind the enteric nervous system and its role in regulating your emotions.
He also shares his own journey of improving gut health and how it has transformed his mood and energy levels. But it’s not all about science. Jesse also touches on the challenges of socializing during the pandemic and the importance of making safe connections with loved ones. He offers practical tips for healthy eating and weight loss, emphasizing that what we put in our bodies can have a huge impact on how we feel.
If you're looking for ways to boost your mood and overall well-being, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable advice. Tune in and discover how taking care of your gut can lead to a happier, healthier you.
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