Resilient Nutrition: Gut Health & Mood

Have you ever noticed how what you eat can completely shift how you feel?

That’s the gut–brain connection in action. Scientists often call the gut our “second brain” because it’s packed with nerves and microbes that talk directly to our brain. The result? What’s happening in your gut can impact your mood, energy, and even how resilient you feel when life throws challenges your way.

Simple things like staying hydrated, eating balanced meals, and adding fibre-rich foods can do wonders for your emotional resilience. On the flip side, too much processed food, sugar, or alcohol can leave you feeling flat or foggy.

And since we’re stepping into spring here in the southern hemisphere, this is the perfect time for a little reset. Spring naturally makes us want to cleanse, refresh, and start anew - and nourishing our gut is one of the best places to begin.

Think:

Fresh seasonal fruits and veg
Fermented foods like yoghurt, kimchi, or sauerkraut
Plenty of water and herbal teas
Wholesome meals that fuel instead of deplete

I’d love to hear from you... what’s one meal or snack that helps you feel grounded, energised, or soothed when you need it most? Your ideas might just give someone else the inspiration they’re looking for this spring.

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