Did you know that the brain and the gut possess one of the strongest connections to each other in the body? Your gut actually contains about 500 million neurons, all connected to your brain through the nervous system. They are also connected to each other through neurotransmitters and certain brain chemicals like serotonin, GABA, and dopamine. So, when one is affected, so is the other. For instance, when you are experiencing stress, anxiety, or depression, your brain responds by affecting the levels of some of these neurotransmitters, which then impacts your gut, slowing its digestive response, and causing gastrointestinal issues like constipation or bloating. Some of the best ways to control and recharge this brain-gut axis involve reducing our stress and anxiety and also energizing and supercharging our brain’s capacity. Some amazing brain vitamins like L-theanine are extremely beneficial for reducing our stress levels while also initiating our brain’s power-packed potential. L-theanine can be found in our coffee blends like our Focus Blend and Original Blend. Additionally, antioxidants can also be extremely beneficial for our brain. These antioxidants reduce inflammation or toxins that may build up in the body and affect our cognition and mental capacity. Kimera’s Creamers, like our Butterfly, Samurai, and Dragon Creamers, all contain superfoods that are packed with antioxidants that keep our brain-gut connection healthy and strong. Superfoods like beetroot, butterfly pea flower, and cacao are all included to ward off harmful oxidation in the body, brain, and gut, keeping this connection intact and your digestion and cognition on their “A game”. So, the next time you’re feeling stressed and anxious, remember how it is affecting the entirety of your body, especially your gut and digestion. Take some deep breaths and try supplementing with some of these incredible superfoods to promote relaxation and fight off those toxins. Namaste 🧘 |