News: Anxious? Eat Some of This

A diet that’s rich in fermented foods may help to curb social anxiety among young adults, according to new research released this week.

The reasons are connected to the “gut-brain axis,” the link between the brain and the belly. You might already know that there’s a connection, there – after all, a lot of people experience indigestion when they’re feeling very stressed out.

But we’re also learning the link goes the other way: a healthy gut can help to keep the mind healthy as well. Find out how to keep your gut in tiptop shape below.

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us News: The FDA Just Officially Banned Trans Fat A diet that’s rich in fermented foods may help to curb social anxiety among young adults, according to new research released this week. The reasons are connected to the “gut-brain axis,” the link between the brain and the belly. You might already know that there’s a connection, there – after all, a lot of people experience indigestion when they’re feeling very stressed out. But we’re also learning the link goes the other way: a healthy gut can help to keep the mind healthy as well. Find out how to keep your gut in tiptop shape below. Nicholas English Content Manager of About.com Health 17 Fermented Foods and Why You Should Be Eating Them By Dr. Barbara Bolen Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Expert READ NOW   Share A Gut Feeling? 8 Steps to Better Digestion By John Berardi, PhD Men's Health Expert READ NOW   Share What to Do When You Have Constipation or Diarrhea By The Experts of About.com Health READ NOW   Share How to Start Your Day Anxiety-Free By Arlin Cuncic Social Anxiety Disorder Expert READ NOW   Share TRENDING NOW • 8 Things That Increase Your Risk of Diabetes • Can Chia Seeds Help You Lose Weight? • What You Should Know About Trans Fats and Weight Loss • 6 Foods for Strong Teeth in Kids • Your Complete Introduction to Laser Resurfacing for Smoother Skin • What Can We Do When Kids Don’t Know They’re Overweight? • Study: Sleep Deprivation Linked to High Blood Pressure Advertisement About Health   |   Follow Us: You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved