11/06/2025
🧠✨ how-to nourish your gut-brain connection:
as a registered nutrition coach, I can’t stress enough the importance of daily nutritious choices for a thriving gut-brain connection. what you eat plays a crucial role in your mental & physical health.
here’s 4 key categories to build a plate that supports this connection:
1. fiber-rich plants: think produce (with the skins), whole grains, & legumes. they nourish beneficial gut bacteria, help reduce inflammation, & support digestion
2. vibrant polyphenols: dark berries, dark chocolate, & tea are packed with antioxidants. promoting brain health by enhancing blood flow as well as protecting your cells from oxidative stress
3. fermented add-ons: foods like yogurt, pickled veggies, kefir, & kimchi are essential for gut health. these introduce beneficial probiotics that balance your gut microbiome & improve your mood
4. omega-3 fats: fatty fish, chia seeds, avocados, & walnuts should be showing up your diet. these foods support brain function, reduce depression, & promote overall cognitive health
remember, every meal is an opportunity to support your gut-brain connection. so top that salad with some pickled onions, snack on berries, sprinkle in some ground flax to your baking…
