The Secret For Healing Postpartum Anxiety with Gut Health

Are Your Digestive Issues Contributing to Postpartum Anxiety and Depression?

Today, I’m sharing the five steps to heal your gut, a method taught by functional medicine doctors, to help improve your mental health.

Let’s Talk About Gut Health and Mental Health

Did you know that 90% of serotonin, the “feel-good” hormone, is produced in your gut? Foods that inflame your gut can affect your digestion, mood, and mental health.

For years, I struggled with digestive issues, but using the 5R Approach (sometimes referred to as the 4R Approach), I was able to heal and rebalance my gut. This method, advocated by experts like Dr. Aviva Romm and Dr. Mark Hyman, doesn’t just improve digestion; it can also lead to better sleep, more energy, and reduced PMS.

10 Signs You May Have Gut Imbalances (Leaky Gut Syndrome)

Check if any of these symptoms resonate with you:

1. Digestive problems (bloating, constipation, or diarrhea)

2. Food intolerances (e.g., gluten, dairy)

3. Seasonal allergies

4. Skin issues (acne, eczema, or rashes)

5. Autoimmune conditions

6. Fatigue or poor concentration

7. Anxiety or depression

8. Yeast or candida overgrowth

9. Difficulty losing weight

10. Joint pain

The 5R Approach may help heal your gut if you notice these symptoms.

How do you heal your gut?

Introducing The 5R Approach to Healing Your Gut

1. Remove

   • Eliminate inflammatory foods such as wheat, corn, eggs, dairy, peanuts, and soy for 4-6 weeks (or longer for autoimmune disorders).

   • Dairy alternatives like goat or sheep milk or raw cheese may be easier to digest. Experiment to find what works for you.

2. Replace

   • Support digestion with enzymes containing protease, lipase, amylase, and pepsin.

   • Add natural bitters like dandelion leaf or apple cider vinegar to stimulate digestion.

3. Reinoculate

   • Introduce high-quality probiotics (5 billion CFUs) and fermented foods like miso, sauerkraut, or kimchi.

   • Take probiotics after antibiotics to restore your gut microbiome.

4. Repair

   • Use gut-healing supplements and herbs like aloe vera, marshmallow root, zinc, and L-glutamine to seal the gut lining.

   • Healing the gut also supports the nervous system.

5. Reintroduce (Optional)

   • Gradually reintroduce eliminated foods to assess tolerance. For example, you may find that small amounts of gluten are manageable, but dairy still causes inflammation.

By following these steps, you can improve your digestion and reduce symptoms like postpartum anxiety and depression.

Let me know in the comments: Are you dairy-free, gluten-free, or following a specific diet? What works best for you? I’d love to hear your experiences!

xo

Tara

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