Cortisol, also known as the stress hormone, plays an important role in the body, but unhealthy levels can be dangerous.

What effect does chronic stress have on the body?

Cortisol is the stress hormone and plays an important role in the body.

We’re beginning to understand a lot more about the key components of good mental wellbeing, how our lifestyle and habits influence how we feel, and the close connection between mental and physical health – but there’s a lot more you can help us discover.

Understanding the connections between mental and physical wellbeing

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Your body releases “feel-good” chemicals called endorphins to help with pain and to boost your mood. Here are some fun ways to get them flowing.

What endorphins can do for you and how to increase your levels

There are many ways to get your endorphins flowing.

Your gut and brain communicate via physical and chemical connections, linking gut health to mental health. Gut-friendly foods can influence both. 

What is your gut-brain connection and what role does nutrition play?

The gut and brain communicate through physical and chemical pathways.

Your gut and brain are directly linked. Changing your gut microbes can have an effect on anxiety symptoms, and diet can play a part in this. 

How are gut health and anxiety connected? 

Improving gut health can help with anxiety.

Your gut health and microbiome can influence your mental health, even affecting anxiety and depression, with diet playing a major role. 

Does gut health affect mental health and can diet help? 

Gut health and the microbiome can influence mental health, even affecting anxiety and depression.

Learn more about nutrition and the mechanisms behind different health conditions, ranging from heart health and blood pressure to diabetes and mental health.

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