Gut health affects immunity, mood, and energy. Why: Much of the immune system and neurotransmitter production lives in the gut.

Bloating doesn’t always mean food intolerance. Why: It can reflect digestion speed, stress, or meal timing.

Chewing is one of the most overlooked digestive tools. Why: Proper chewing reduces the workload on the stomach and intestines.

Stress can slow digestion even if food choices are perfect. Why: Stress shifts the body out of digestion mode.

Digestion starts in the brain, not the stomach. Why: The nervous system signals the digestive organs to get to work.