Gastro Girl Unfiltered: Doomscrolling, Stress and Your Gut
The Gastro Girl Podcast
02/18/25
•15m
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Ever found yourself mindlessly scrolling through bad news, stress rising with every swipe? You're not alone! In this episode of Gastro Girl Unfiltered, Jacqueline breaks down the science behind doomscrolling, chronic stress, and gut health.
Learn how the constant flood of negativity impacts digestion, gut-brain communication, and overall well-being. Plus, Jacqueline shares her personal experience breaking free from the doomscrolling cycle—and we answer a listener question!
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