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Episode 410: The Real Reason Stress Messes With Your Gut

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Show Notes


Stress doesn’t just live in your mind it shows up in your gut. If you’ve ever felt bloated, gassy, or uncomfortable during busy seasons of life, there’s a real physiological reason your digestive system reacts the way it does. When stress hormones surge for long periods, they disrupt digestion, slow metabolism, and increase inflammation making bloating, constipation, cravings, and low energy far more likely. Chronic stress throws off gut–brain communication, leaving you feeling foggy, tired, and hungrier than usual, especially for high-sugar comfort foods. Supporting your body with high-fiber snacks, healthy fats, protein, and magnesium-rich foods can help stabilize blood sugar and calm your nervous system. Simple daily habits like mindful eating, journaling, and nourishing your body with gut-supportive nutrients make a significant difference in how you digest, recover, and handle life’s pressures. This episode breaks down the real reason stress impacts your digestion and what you can do today to relieve bloating and feel better from the inside out. Connect with Sahar Berjis Website: https://innerhealthwellness.com/ ———————– This podcast is sponsored by Dental Supply Guy. Tired of scrambling for supplies or realizing you’re out right when you need something? Dental Supply Guy takes all that stress off your plate by automating your ordering, tracking, and inventory so you never have to think about it again. No more guessing, no more last-minute runs, just a smoother, easier workflow for your whole team. Ready to ditch the supply chaos? Book a quick demo at: https://dentalsupplyguy.com/ ———————– BIG NEWS! The annual dental podcast contest is officially underway, and we’d love your support. If you enjoy this podcast, now’s your chance to help us shine! Just head over to https://dentalpodcast.org/vote/ and hit the big “Vote” button on the bottom banner. Voting runs from November 1 through December 31, 2025, so jump in and make your vote count. Thanks for being an amazing part of this community! ———————– Big things are coming in 2026 for dental assistants! Join me at the Rocky Mountain Dental Convention in Denver, January 22–23, for Real Talk About the State of Dental Assistants happening 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM MST. We’re getting real about what’s working, what needs improvement, and how we can strengthen the future of our profession together. Then meet me at the Chicago Midwinter Meeting, February 20–21, for two powerful sessions: ✨ Harnessing the Power of Personalities in the Dental Practice February 20, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM learn how understanding personalities can transform teamwork and communication in your dental practice. 🔥 Battling and Beating the Demons of Dental Assisting February 21, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM an honest, empowering session just for dental assistants about overcoming the real challenges in our profession. Let’s connect, learn, and grow together. In 2026 it’s going to be a year of real conversations and real change for dental assistants everywhere. 👉 Rocky Mountain Dental Convention: https://rmdconline.com/ 👉 Chicago Midwinter Meeting: https://midwintermeeting.eventscribe.net/?_gl=1*15ae5ic*_ga*MTY3Nzc0OTM5OC4xNzU5OTcxOTAw*_ga_VZTQV2NKLH*czE3NTk5NzE5MDAkbzEkZzAkdDE3NTk5NzE5MDAkajYwJGwwJGgw


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