Mind-Body Connection

The mind-body connection has become more apparent to me over the past few months. I was frustrated with how my body was changing over the winter.  I joked that I was in hibernation mode and come summer all would be well.  

In November, my doctor found a common bacteria in my stomach after doing some blood work. Most people have this bacteria, and it usually goes unnoticed.  In some however, it can cause severe, sharp stomach pain, and swelling, among other things.  I was prescribed a seven day round of antibiotics.  I felt amazing afterwards. The daily cramps were gone.  I hoped this was the end to all of my stomach issues and I wouldn't have any more going forward. 

For the most part I was better.  But I added to my discomfort, by eating a diet high in carbohydrates.  After months of feeling uncomfortable in my own skin, I decided to take action. I was unwilling to buy a new pairs of jeans because I loved bread and pasta too much. 

In ApriI, I sought out the help of a nutritionist. After an initial consultation I was on my way. I would meet with her every couple of weeks, and send pictures and reports of how I was doing.  

My goals changed slightly,  I was looking to improve my body in order to improve my brain.

“For decades, researchers and doctors thought that anxiety and depression contributed to these problems. But our studies and others show that it may also be the other way around,”   - The Brain-Gut Connection

In just a few days I was feeling the benefits of my lifestyle change.  I am still in awe of how quickly things began to turn around. 

I'm not saying the change in my diet has cured me. What I am saying is:

• I am less irritable
• I have more energy
• I am not as quick to jump to conclusions
  
• I am more balanced throughout the day

Those are pretty great benefits if you ask me.  Not to mention, I can still fit in my favourite pair of jeans!