09/02/2026
Could your meals be calming your nervous system or stressing it out?
Your nervous system and digestion are more connected than you might think. When your body is in “fight or flight,” digestion can take a backseat, which may affect things like blood sugar regulation, hunger and fullness cues, digestion, and how satisfied you feel after eating.
Instead of focusing on whether you ate “perfectly,” try checking in with yourself:
• Was I satisfied?
• How does my body feel?
• What do I notice without judgment?
And before your next meal, try slowing things down with a few simple habits:
• Take a few slow breaths
• Put both feet on the floor
• Look around your environment
• Hum while cooking or getting your meal ready
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