The gut and the brain are directly connected, and gut health has an effect on anxiety. This connection can explain why you may feel sick to your stomach when you are nervous or have diarrhea when stressed. Many common gastrointestinal problems, like heartburn, abdominal cramping, and nausea, may be the result of stress.

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