Gut-Brain Axis: Why Your Mood Starts in Your Gut

What if your mood, anxiety, and energy levels aren’t just “in your head” — but start in your gut?In this episode of Rosabel Unscripted, we dive deep into the gut-brain axis — the powerful connection that explains why your stomach might be running your emotions.You’ll learn:What the gut-brain axis actually isHow your enteric nervous system acts as your “second brain”Why 90-95% of your serotonin is made in your gut (not your brain)The vagus nerve’s role in mood regulationHow chronic stress damages your gut microbiome — and what you can do about itReal neuroscience, zero fluff. If you’ve ever woken up in a bad mood with no clear reason, felt unexplained anxiety, or struggled with your mental health despite “doing everything right,” this episode will shift how you see your body.Timestamps00:00 – Your gut has been running your mood00:32 – What the gut-brain connection really is03:44 – Your second brain: the enteric nervous system04:25 – Where 90-95% of serotonin is made05:01 – The vagus nerve explainedThank you for listening!If this episode inspired you, please like, comment, and subscribe — it really helps us reach more people!Your support means the world — thank you for being part of this journey! 💛