If you’ve ever wondered why some days you feel steady while other days even the smallest thing sets you off—know this: you are not weak, broken, or failing. Your nervous system isn’t just reacting to stress in your environment; it’s also responding to the food on your plate.

That’s where today’s episode comes in. We’re talking about how nutrition shapes your stress response, and why stabilizing your meals can be one of the most powerful ways to calm anxiety and restore energy.

Food isn’t just fuel. Every meal sends signals that either anchor your nervous system in safety or push it further into survival mode. When blood sugar spikes and crashes, your body pumps out cortisol and adrenaline, leaving you wired, anxious, and exhausted. But when meals are balanced with protein, healthy fats, and fiber, your body gets the message: we have what we need, we’re safe.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why blood sugar swings trigger anxiety, brain fog, and restless nights

• The key nutrients that buffer the stress response (magnesium, B vitamins, omega-3s, vitamin C)

• How gut health and digestion impact your nervous system

• Practical nutrition strategies to balance meals and calm stress

• Simple shifts you can make today to feel steadier and more resilient

If you’ve tried meditation, breathwork, or even therapy but still feel like your body won’t settle, this episode will help you uncover the missing piece—how the way you eat directly impacts your stress and fatigue.

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🌿 Discover Your Stress Type → https://www.drmckenzybrewer.com/is-your-nervous-system-overwhelmed-quiz

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