Stress and Gut Health

Gut and Brain Axis

100

What is the gut-brain axis?

The communication between the brain and digestive system

200

True or False: The gut affects digestion, not mood

False

300

What is a common everyday example of the gut-brain connection?

Example: "Butterflies in the stomach" when nervous

Stress Effects

100

Name one digestive problem that stress can cause

Stomach pain, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, or IBS

200

True and False: Stress can change the balance of gut bacteria

True

300

Stress makes the body release what hormone?

Cortisol

Healthy Habits

100

Name one method that can reduce stress and improve gut health

Mindfulness, Relaxation, deep breathing, healthy food

200

True or False: Healthy coping skills can lower both stress and gut symptoms.

True

300

What kind of foods help the gut?

Yogurt, fruits, nuts

Workshop Review

100

What did this workshop focus on?

How stress influences gut-brain axis.

200

What is one thing that you learn today about stress or the gut?

Any correct fact.

300

How many cups of water you need to take per day?

6-8 cups of water