Is STRESS Destroying Your Gut?
By
Dr. Richard Gerhauser, M.D.
Posted September 12, 2024
We all know stress is a killer.
It can cause heart disease, wreck your sleep, and even make you gain weight.
But what if I told you that stress is also DESTROYING your gut?
And I’m not just talking about a few butterflies in your stomach.
I’m talking about a full-scale assault on the very bacteria that keep you healthy.
A groundbreaking new study has uncovered a shocking connection between your brain and your gut that Big Pharma doesn’t want you to know about.
See, when you’re stressed, your brain sends a message to your gut that WIPES OUT beneficial bacteria.
These aren’t just any old bacteria. We’re talking about the good guys that prevent inflammation and keep your immune system in check.
The communication between your brain and gut is more direct than you might think. Scientists have discovered a hotline running from your stressed-out brain straight to something called Brunner’s glands in your small intestine.
These tiny glands produce mucus to keep things moving smoothly. But they’re also a crucial communication hub between your brain and your vulnerable gut.
Researchers found that when they removed these glands in mice, the poor critters couldn’t fight off bacterial infections.
As a result, the mice developed inflammation and an overactive immune system.
Most importantly, they lost a specific type of bacteria that helps keep the gut lining strong.
Without these bacteria, the gut becomes “leaky,” allowing all sorts of nasty stuff to seep into the bloodstream.
And guess what that causes? You guessed it—more inflammation and immune problems.
But when the researchers stressed out mice with healthy glands, they saw the SAME problems. In other words, stress alone was enough to wreak havoc on gut health.
Now, I’m not telling you this to stress you out even more. You see, mainstream medicine is all too happy to prescribe you a pill for your stress and another one for your gut problems.
But they’re missing the forest for the trees.
The real solution is to manage your stress naturally and support your gut health at the same time.
Here are three natural ways to do just that:
- Ashwagandha: This ancient herb has been used for centuries to combat stress. It can lower cortisol levels and reduce anxiety. Look for a supplement with at least 300 mg of ashwagandha extract.
- Probiotics: These beneficial bacteria can help replenish what stress destroys. Choose a high-quality probiotic with multiple strains and at least 10 billion CFUs.
- L-Theanine: Found naturally in green tea, this amino acid promotes relaxation without drowsiness. It can help take the edge off stress and protect your gut. Aim for 200-400 mg daily.
Remember, stress isn’t just “all in your head.” It’s a whole-body problem that requires a whole-body solution.
Don’t let stress destroy your gut. Take action today.
P.S. Is stress silently causing deadly damage?
SOURCE:
Hao Chang, Matthew H. Perkins, Leonardo S. Novaes, et al., Stress-sensitive neural circuits change the gut microbiome via duodenal glands, Cell, August 08, 2024, <DOI: 10.1016/j.cell.2024.07.019>
Written By Dr. Richard Gerhauser, M.D.
For years he’s been the trusted doctor for celebrities, world-class athletes, and countless seniors looking to reclaim their health.
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Dr. Richard Gerhauser, M.D. is one of the most pioneering and innovative minds in medicine today – and he delivers cutting-edge cures each month through his Natural Health Response newsletter.
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In addition to being a board-certified medical doctor, Dr. Gerhauser has earned two master’s degrees and has served as a clinical professor at the University of Arizona.
And as a physician at the world-famous Canyon Ranch, Dr. Gerhauser treated celebrities from around the world who paid dearly for the type of next-generation health information he provides Natural Health Response readers each month.
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