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Ever notice how stress gives you an upset stomach? Or how that gut-wrenching anxiety feels so physical? The connection between your digestive system and your emotional state runs deeper than most people realize—and the traffic goes both ways. Scientists have uncovered something remarkable: the trillions of bacteria living in your intestines are actively manufacturing…
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You’ve probably heard someone say they have a “gut feeling” about something. Turns out, that’s not just a figure of speech—it’s biology speaking up. Your digestive system contains more neurons than your spinal cord, earning it the nickname “the second brain.” And when this second brain is in distress, it doesn’t suffer in silence.…
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Right now, as you read this, there’s a bustling metropolis inside you. Seven thousand different species call your intestines home—a microscopic city more diverse than any rainforest on Earth. And here’s the kicker: when this city thrives, you thrive. When it falls into chaos, everything from your mood to your immune system goes haywire.…