Why am I struggling to heal my digestive issues?

The brain and the gut are connected and in constant communication. The gut has its own network of neurons in the lining of the gastrointestinal system, known as the Enteric or Intrinsic nervous system. 
That’s why the gut is often referred to as “The second brain”.

The enteric nervous system, part of the autonomic nervous system, regulates digestive processes.

There are more neurons residing in the gut than in the entire spinal cord!

When the body learns to be in state of high alert and in survival, especially when this pattern starts early in life, your body devotes more energy in looking out for threat and keeping you safe.
And because of this other systems of your body, including your digestive system, “switch gears” into basic maintenance mode - Conservation of energy.

That’s why so many people with a history of trauma, especially developmental trauma, develop digestive issues.

A chronic state of threat/high alert can cause a decrease in blood flow and oxygen to the stomach, which could lead to cramping, inflammation and imbalance of gut bacteria. 

It can also exacerbate gastrointestinal disorders, such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), reflux, TMJ disorders, leaky gut, stomach ulcers, autoimmune issues etc…

For this reason, in the work I offer I use various protocols and tools to address digestive issues. There are so many parts of the puzzle when it comes to healing trauma, by regulation of the nervous system.

If you have been trying to treat digestive issues without addressing unresolved trauma and your nervous system, this could be the reason you are seeing little to no long-lasting improvement.

If you are keen to start healing your gut, on a deeper level, by addressing your nervous system. Feel free to check options to work with me on my website.