{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F83e68451-1be1-4067-9ca3-61e8c9d82be5","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Gut\u2013Brain Axis, Stress & \u201cEating Hygiene\u201d: How Emotions Shape Digestion (Wellness Reimagined) \u2014 with Lola MacLean","description":"In this Wellness Reimagined episode, host Shreya dives into the mind\u2013gut connection with functional gut health consultant and family nurse practitioner Lola MacLean. We unpack how stress, anxiety, control, and safety patterns influence motility, stomach acid, H. pylori risk, and symptoms like bloating, constipation, and diarrhea. Lola explains sympathetic vs. parasympathetic states in plain language and shares a zero-cost, high-impact practice\u2014eating hygiene\u2014to shift the body into \u201crest and digest.\u201d Practical, evidence-aware, and centered on self-trust, this conversation reframes gut healing from quick fixes to sustainable habits women can apply today.\nAbout the guest:\nLola MacLean is a functional gut health consultant and family nurse practitioner who helps women move past symptom-chasing into durable, root-cause healing by integrating physiology, nervous-system literacy, and simple daily practices.\nKey takeaways :\n\n\nEmotions drive digestion. Anxiety, chronic stress, and unresolved trauma commonly present as bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and low stomach acid.\n\n\nSympathetic vs. parasympathetic. \u201cFight/flight\u201d diverts energy away from digestion; shifting into \u201crest and digest\u201d restores enzymes and motility.\n\n\nCommon pattern for high performers. Type-A, anxious profiles often show constipation or stress-triggered loose stools\u2014and different microbial patterns.\n\n\nLabs are a snapshot. Results can look \u201cnormal,\u201d yet not be optimal for you. Track patterns, routines, and stressors alongside functional testing.\n\n\nFoundations first. Sleep, movement, conflict/stress load, and how/when you eat often explain persistent symptoms more than exotic protocols.\n\n\nEating hygiene works. Sit down, take a few slow breaths, and be present with your meal; this simple ritual frequently reduces bloating and improves regularity.\n\n\nSelf-trust is part of the protocol. Your body communicates via symptoms; listening without judgment accelerates change.\n\n\nSafety and control themes matter. Addressing root-chakra/safety issues (history of abuse, control patterns) alongside nutrition supports lasting relief.\n\n\nProgress over perfection. Perfectionism undermines healing; aim for small, consistent shifts.\n\n\nFollow your gut in life, too. Somatic cues often guide more aligned choices than overthinking.\n\n\nConnect with the guest:\n\n\nInstagram: Best way to reach Lola and explore her educational content.\u00a0DM to connect.\n\n\n\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch\n\n\nDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\n\n\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty\u2014storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate\u2014this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on:\n\u2022 Mental Health & Emotional Well-being\u2022 Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth\u2022 Holistic Healing & Conscious Living\u2022 Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment\nWith over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.\n\ud83d\udc49 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContact\n\ud83d\udcbc Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ud83d\udce7 Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.com\ud83c\udf10 Website: www.healthymindbyavik.com\ud83d\udccd Based in: India & USA\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Open to collaborations, guest appe","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/af536c43-36c6-4d23-977b-34b65adf71d0/zwrlny5wbmc.jpg"}