#144. Why The Way You're Eating Is Wreaking Havoc On Your Vagus Nerve & Triggering Your IBS : IBS, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Bloating, Gut Health
06/02/25 • 13 min
Are you sabotaging your digestion before your first bite — just by eating while stressed?
If you’re eating on the go, multitasking, or anxious while you eat, your body may never receive the signal that it’s safe to digest.
In this episode, we unpack how stress before meals shuts down digestion — and what to do instead.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- Why your gut can’t digest properly when you’re rushing, scrolling, or stressed — and how that worsens bloating and IBS.
- How your body needs safety cues like deep breathing or stillness to actually process food.
- Easy, science-backed pre-meal rituals to activate digestion and reduce symptoms like bloating and gas.
Want to enjoy your meals without the bloating battle? Listen now to learn how small mindset and habit shifts can dramatically improve your gut health.
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Find out what could be causing your IBS:
This podcast is dedicated to helping women with IBS and poor gut health.
Discover effective strategies for managing symptoms such as acid reflux, constipation, bloating, and low stomach acid through gut healing techniques.
Delve into the complexities of gut health, microbiome balance, and the influence of food intolerances, probiotics, and digestive enzymes on gut inflammation, to achieve a healthier digestive system.
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Become An IBS Warrior Founding Member & Join The Community Here:
Join The IBS Warrior Membership & Community
To say goodbye to IBS symptoms for GOOD, book a discovery call with me here:
Buy Gut Supporting Supplements at my Personal Supplement E Shop Here!
Find out what could be causing your IBS:
This podcast is dedicated to helping women with IBS and poor gut health.
Discover effective strategies for managing symptoms such as acid reflux, constipation, bloating, and low stomach acid through gut healing techniques.
Delve into the complexities of gut health, microbiome balance, and the influence of food intolerances, probiotics, and digestive enzymes on gut inflammation, to achieve a healthier digestive system.
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Are you sabotaging your digestion before your first bite — just by eating while stressed?
If you’re eating on the go, multitasking, or anxious while you eat, your body may never receive the signal that it’s safe to digest.
In this episode, we unpack how stress before meals shuts down digestion — and what to do instead.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- Why your gut can’t digest properly when you’re rushing, scrolling, or stressed — and how that worsens bloating and IBS.
- How your body needs safety cues like deep breathing or stillness to actually process food.
- Easy, science-backed pre-meal rituals to activate digestion and reduce symptoms like bloating and gas.
Want to enjoy your meals without the bloating battle? Listen now to learn how small mindset and habit shifts can dramatically improve your gut health.
Become An IBS Warrior Founding Member & Join The Community Here:
Join The IBS Warrior Membership & Community
To say goodbye to IBS symptoms for GOOD, book a discovery call with me here:
Buy Gut Supporting Supplements at my Personal Supplement E Shop Here!
Find out what could be causing your IBS:
This podcast is dedicated to helping women with IBS and poor gut health.
Discover effective strategies for managing symptoms such as acid reflux, constipation, bloating, and low stomach acid through gut healing techniques.
Delve into the complexities of gut health, microbiome balance, and the influence of food intolerances, probiotics, and digestive enzymes on gut inflammation, to achieve a healthier digestive system.
Episodes Mentioned:
Become An IBS Warrior Founding Member & Join The Community Here:
Join The IBS Warrior Membership & Community
To say goodbye to IBS symptoms for GOOD, book a discovery call with me here:
Buy Gut Supporting Supplements at my Personal Supplement E Shop Here!
Find out what could be causing your IBS:
This podcast is dedicated to helping women with IBS and poor gut health.
Discover effective strategies for managing symptoms such as acid reflux, constipation, bloating, and low stomach acid through gut healing techniques.
Delve into the complexities of gut health, microbiome balance, and the influence of food intolerances, probiotics, and digestive enzymes on gut inflammation, to achieve a healthier digestive system.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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#143. 3 Gut-Calming Practices for IBS Relief That Work BETTER Than Peppermint Tea : IBS, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Bloating, Gut Health
Still sipping peppermint tea hoping your bloating will vanish?
If you're dealing with IBS or gut health issues and peppermint tea isn't cutting it, the real problem may be your nervous system, not your herbal remedy.
In this episode, you’ll discover why calming your stress response is more effective than quick-fix teas—and how to do it in just a few minutes a day.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- A 2-minute breath-body sync practice that reduces cortisol and relaxes your gut.
- How guided visualizations rewire your nervous system to support digestion and IBS healing.
- The power of subliminal calm audio to shift your body into rest-and-digest mode without you lifting a finger.
Ditch the tea. Calm your system. And finally feel better after eating. Listen now to learn nervous-system-first tools for real gut relief.
Become An IBS Warrior Founding Member & Join The Community Here:
Join The IBS Warrior Membership & Community
To say goodbye to IBS symptoms for GOOD, book a discovery call with me here:
Buy Gut Supporting Supplements at my Personal Supplement E Shop Here!
Find out what could be causing your IBS:
This podcast is dedicated to helping women with IBS and poor gut health.
Discover effective strategies for managing symptoms such as acid reflux, constipation, bloating, and low stomach acid through gut healing techniques.
Delve into the complexities of gut health, microbiome balance, and the influence of food intolerances, probiotics, and digestive enzymes on gut inflammation, to achieve a healthier digestive system.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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#145. Top Ways To Activate Your Vagus Nerve For Optimal Digestion & Reduced Bloating : IBS, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Bloating, Gut Health
Did you know your digestion starts with your nervous system — not your stomach?
If you’re battling IBS, bloating, cramps, or poor gut health, you may be skipping the most important step: activating your vagus nerve before meals.
In this episode, you’ll learn how your vagus nerve plays a vital role in digestion and how simple rituals can signal safety to your body — and relieve IBS symptoms naturally.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- How daily vagus nerve activation through humming, breathing, or gargling can improve gut health.
- Why practicing "rest and digest" breathing before meals makes digestion easier and less painful.
- How a simple neck and jaw massage can boost motility and reduce bloating fast.
Want to eat without the post-meal regret and gut discomfort? Press play and discover how to prep your body for digestion — the nervous system way.
Become An IBS Warrior Founding Member & Join The Community Here:
Join The IBS Warrior Membership & Community
To say goodbye to IBS symptoms for GOOD, book a discovery call with me here:
Buy Gut Supporting Supplements at my Personal Supplement E Shop Here!
Find out what could be causing your IBS:
This podcast is dedicated to helping women with IBS and poor gut health.
Discover effective strategies for managing symptoms such as acid reflux, constipation, bloating, and low stomach acid through gut healing techniques.
Delve into the complexities of gut health, microbiome balance, and the influence of food intolerances, probiotics, and digestive enzymes on gut inflammation, to achieve a healthier digestive system.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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