May 17
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9:00 am
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May 18
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6:00 pm
Free Healing the Digestive System; Advanced Functional and Symptomatic Approach
May 17 9a-6p Central
May 18 10a-6p Central
We started to look at the function in Healing the Digestive, Respiratory and Urinary Systems.
Now we are looking at the function and addressing symptoms together.
Giving a truly integrative approach to treating your digestion.
Let’s go deeper.
A stress-plagued digestive system with vagal nerve dysfunction presents a complex picture where emotional, neurological, and physical imbalances converge. The digestive system is highly sensitive to emotional and physiological stress because of its deep connection to the autonomic nervous system (ANS)—particularly the vagus nerve, which plays a key role in parasympathetic (“rest and digest”) regulation.
Below is a comprehensive overview of functional issues, conditions, and symptoms in the digestive system—especially in the context of chronic stress, vagal nerve dysregulation, and gut-brain axis imbalance.
This is a small example of issues we will be discussing
I. Functional Issues of the Digestive System
1. Impaired Vagal Tone (Vagus Nerve Dysfunction)
- The vagus nerve stimulates digestive secretions, peristalsis, bile flow, and communication with the brain.
- Chronic stress reduces vagal tone, leading to:
- Sluggish digestion
- Reduced enzyme and bile secretion
- Impaired gut-brain signaling
- Decreased motility (or in some cases, erratic motility)
2. Hypochlorhydria (Low Stomach Acid)
- Common in stress-related dysfunction due to suppressed parasympathetic activity.
- Leads to:
- Poor protein digestion
- Increased risk of infections (e.g., H. pylori, SIBO)
- Nutrient deficiencies (especially B12, zinc, iron)
3. Enzyme and Bile Deficiency
- Stress and vagal nerve issues reduce:
- Pancreatic enzyme output
- Bile production and flow
- Consequences include:
- Incomplete digestion of fats and proteins
- Steatorrhea (greasy stools), bloating, food sensitivities
4. Altered Gut Motility
- Vagal imbalance can cause either:
- Hypomotility → constipation, fermentation, SIBO
- Hypermotility → diarrhea, malabsorption
5. Gut-Brain Axis Disruption
- The gut and brain are in constant communication.
- Stress disrupts this balance, leading to:
- Visceral hypersensitivity (exaggerated pain, bloating)
- Dysregulated hunger, satiety, and inflammation responses
6. Leaky Gut (Intestinal Permeability)
- Chronic stress weakens tight junctions in the gut lining.
- Leads to:
- Systemic inflammation
- Food sensitivities
- Autoimmune reactions
7. Dysbiosis (Microbial Imbalance)
- Stress, poor digestion, and sluggish motility shift gut flora.
- Results in:
- Gas, bloating, brain fog
- Candida or SIBO overgrowth
- Immune dysfunction
II. Stress-Related Conditions of the Digestive Tract
1. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Functional disorder linked to stress, vagus dysfunction, and motility problems.
- Symptoms include alternating constipation and diarrhea, bloating, urgency, and abdominal pain.
2. SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)
- Overgrowth of bacteria in the small intestine due to slowed motility and low stomach acid.
- Symptoms: bloating, gas, cramping, malabsorption.
3. GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
- Stress-related sphincter dysfunction + low stomach acid.
- Symptoms: heartburn, reflux, burping, sour taste in mouth.
4. Functional Dyspepsia
- Upper GI discomfort without visible pathology.
- Linked to vagus nerve suppression and poor gastric emptying.
- Symptoms: fullness, nausea, epigastric pain, early satiety.
5. Constipation or Diarrhea
- Driven by altered autonomic tone and gut-brain signaling.
- Chronic stress slows or overstimulates the enteric nervous system.
6. Gastritis and Ulcers
- Chronic stress increases cortisol and sympathetic tone, reducing mucosal protection.
- Combined with H. pylori or NSAID use, this can lead to ulcers.
III. Symptoms of a Stressed and Vagal-Impaired Digestive System
- Bloating and distension (especially post-meal)
- Constipation, incomplete evacuation, or urgency
- Burping, reflux, or sour taste
- Fatigue after eating
- Anxiety or depression (gut-brain connection)
- Food intolerances or sensitivities
- Nausea or early satiety
- Poor appetite or erratic hunger
- Gas, cramping, or sharp abdominal pain
- Brain fog, especially after meals
- Nutrient deficiencies (B12, iron, magnesium)
IV. Contributing Stress-Related Patterns
- Fight-or-flight dominance: Stress keeps the body in a sympathetic state, shutting down digestive secretions and motility.
- Poor vagal tone: Reduces gut repair, immune regulation, and enzyme output.
- Chronic cortisol elevation: Increases gut inflammation, suppresses immune function, and breaks down gut lining.
- Trauma imprinting: Emotional trauma stored in the enteric nervous system can perpetuate gut dysfunction.
The digestive system is intricately linked to the nervous system, especially the vagus nerve, which governs rest-and-digest functions. Chronic stress disrupts this harmony, leading to widespread functional issues like motility disorders, dysbiosis, enzyme deficiency, and gut-brain axis imbalance. Addressing digestive dysfunction involves not just treating symptoms but restoring vagal tone, calming the nervous system, and rebuilding digestive integrity through diet, stress reduction, vagal stimulation, and targeted therapeutic strategies.
We will be doing processes, lecture, and plenty of Q and A
Try to have several of the oils and tinctures listed below
Line 1:
Blend: Vagal Tone
Line 2:
Blend: ANS Support
Line 3:
Single Oils: Cinnamon, Cassia
Line 4:
Single Oils: Vetiver
Line 5:
Single Oils: Palma Rosa
Line 6
Tincture: Ashwagandha
Line 7:
Single Oils: Rose Geranium
Line 8:
Single Oils: Clove
Line 9: Ginger
Line 10:
Tincture: Ginger
Healing the Digestive System; Advanced Functional and Symptomatic Approach Kit for purchase: $99 ($192 value)
5ml Rollerball Vagal Tone
5ml ANS Support
5ml Cinnamon
5ml Vetiver
5ml Palma Rosa
1oz Tincture: Ashwagandha
5ml Rose Geranium
5ml Clove
5ml Ginger
1oz Tincture: Ginger
1oz Tincture: Bacopa
5ml ENS Equilibrium
$119.00
Free and Open to All with Optional kit for purchase
