One Breath, a Calmer Gut + Honoring Black Excellence in Nutrition
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Hi Reader If you live with IBS, you’ve probably noticed how closely your stress levels and gut symptoms are connected. When life feels overwhelming, digestion often feels harder too.That’s why I recently shared a new blog on a simple breathing practice that can help calm both your mind and your gut. It takes less than a minute and can be especially helpful when symptoms show up during stressful moments. In this post, you’ll learn: Read it here: ✨ Honoring Black History Month: Spotlight on Lauren BellAs we celebrate Black History Month, I also want to highlight and uplift someone doing incredible work in nutrition and public health: my friend Lauren Bell. Lauren is a second-year PhD student in the Poulos Food Security Lab at UT Austin, where she studies the connection between food access, food systems, and chronic disease in the U.S. Her current research includes: She holds an MPH in Nutrition from Tulane and a BA from George Washington University, and she’s been a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach since 2020. Lauren’s work centers equity, access, and real-world impact, and I’m so proud of the work she’s doing. You can follow her here for evidence-based nutrition, digestive health, and public health info: 💚 A Gentle ReminderIf your gut feels reactive lately, it doesn’t mean you’re doing something wrong. Often, it means your body is asking for more support, more safety, and more compassion. Sometimes, that starts with just one breath. And if you’re feeling stuck with IBS, food fear, or ongoing symptoms, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I’m always here to help you find a calmer, more sustainable path forward.
Wishing you ease, nourishment, and deep breaths this week. |
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