Dr. Laura's Blog

Why Your Mood May Start in Your Digestive System Have you ever felt “off” emotionally—anxious, foggy, or just not yourself—and couldn’t quite explain why? For many years, health conversations treated the brain and digestive system as completely separate. If someone struggled with anxiety, mood swings, or low energy, the focus was placed on the brain alone. But we now understand something much deeper: Your gut and your brain are constantly communicating. This relationship is k

Simple nutrition choices that help your body balance hormones naturally Hormones play a powerful role in how we feel every day. They influence our energy, mood, metabolism, sleep, digestion, and even how well we handle stress. One of the most important ways to support healthy hormone balance is through the foods we eat. Nutrient-dense, whole foods help the body regulate hormones, support detoxification, and keep the metabolism functioning properly. I often remind patients tha