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Jul 2023
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#152: Stress, Anxiety, and IBS: The Link...

Fran Dargaville
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Stress, anxiety and gut issues go hand in hand. Many of my clients with IBS and other digestive issues are highly stressed or anxious humans. They lead to a bit of a vicious cycle - stress impacts the gut, and the state of our gut further drives the stress and anxiety. So what can you actually do about it? Here’s what we cover in the episode: • Discover h ... Show More
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