Healing Your Gut (Finally), Why You Shouldn't Freak Out About Food Labels, What Your Poop Can Tell You About Your Gut & More With Dr. Lauryn Lax
Ben Greenfield
Jan 18, 2024
Mindsip insights from this episode:
Decode physical symptoms as metaphors for mental stressors
Physical symptoms are often metaphors for an underlying mental stressor, such as a urinary tract infection (UTI) being connected to a perceived 'territorial conflict' in one's life.
Recognize anorexia's impact on gut health and dysbiosis
Contrary to what some might think, research shows 98% of those with eating disorders develop a functional gut disorder, as under-eating starves beneficial gut bugs and creates 'insufficiency dysbiosis'.
Test stomach acid levels with apple cider vinegar challenge
You can perform an apple cider vinegar challenge to test for low stomach acid by drinking a diluted shot; if you don't feel a burning sensation, your acid levels are likely low.
Use a massage gun to relieve traveler's constipation
A percussive massage gun on a light setting can be a game-changer for traveler's constipation when used to trace the path of the colon.
Monitor your breath to assess stress levels
A simple way to check if you're in a stressed state that inhibits digestion is to count your breaths; a relaxed rate is 4-7 breaths per minute, while the average person has a stressed rate of 12-20.
Manage constipation during coffee withdrawal
Quitting coffee can cause constipation because it acts as a digestive bitter that stimulates the gallbladder, and removing this stimulant can slow motility.
Recognize big dumps as signs of constipation issues
Having a single, large bowel movement, or a 'big dump,' can be a sign of underlying issues like chronic constipation, low stomach acid, or an enlarged colon (megacolon).
Shift perception to enhance metabolic response
In a study, people who believed they were drinking an indulgent 600-calorie milkshake had a healthier metabolic response than those who thought they had a diet shake, even though both drinks were identical.
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