338: How to Stop Bloating, Restore Gut Health, and Build a Resilient Microbiome | Kiran Krishnan
The Genius Life
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The Link Between Stress Hormones and Opportunistic Organisms
Opportunistic organisms in our bodies wait for moments of high stress hormone levels to express their virulence factors and cause health issues. This explains why we often get cold sores or acne when stressed, and why we are more prone to getting sick during stressful times. When our bodies are in a flight or fight response, inflammation increases in the brain, heart, and muscles, redirecting blood flow to these areas.
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