Do you ever notice that the more stressed you are, the harder it becomes to manage your weight? Modern science has revealed that stress not only affects our hormones but also disrupts the delicate balance of gut bacteria, making weight loss difficult. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has long recognized this connection—linking emotional strain to weakened digestion and imbalances in the body. By integrating modern insights with ancient wisdom, we can better understand how stress drives weight gain and discover natural ways to restore balance.
The Hidden Link Between Stress and the Gut
Stress is more than just a mental burden—it changes the way your body works. When we are anxious or overworked, stress hormones alter eating habits and disturb the intestinal environment, often leading to obesity.On the “Health 1+1” program on NTD, a sister outlet of The Epoch Times, TCM practitioner Lu Huanyi noted that gut flora—the community of bacteria in our intestines—are closely tied to body weight, mood, and immune function. Nurturing these healthy bacteria through diet and lifestyle helps maintain balance, reduces inflammation, and creates a body less prone to weight gain.
