The Connection Between Stress and Digestion

This is something I didn’t fully understand at first.

I knew digestion mattered.

I knew what I ate mattered.

But I didn’t realize how much my state mattered.

What I’ve Come to Understand

Digestion doesn’t happen optimally when the body is stressed.

When the body is in a state of activation, it shifts resources toward protection.

And digestion becomes less of a priority.

What That Means

When I was stressed, overwhelmed, or rushing:

• digestion felt slower

• I experienced more discomfort

• I didn’t feel as nourished, even when eating well

And it wasn’t just about the food.

It was about my nervous system.

What Changed for Me

I started paying attention to how I was eating, not just what I was eating.

Slowing down.

Taking a breath before meals.

Creating a more relaxed environment.

And over time, things improved.

Final Thoughts

Your body doesn’t just need nutrients.

It needs the right conditions to receive them.

🌱 Happy Healing,

Leslie