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Lizzie Wilmot

3 surprising ways your mental health is affecting your gut

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If you didn't already know, April is Stress Awareness Month. It's an event that's been held every April since 1992, specifically introduced to increase awareness surrounding the impact of stress, and how it can be relieved. 

However, whilst the link between mental health and physical health is becoming increasingly known, there isn't wide amount of knowledge surrounding the connection between stress levels and digestive issues. Stress manifests in a variety of ways, such as headaches, difficulty concentrating, anxiety and insomnia, but it can also affect your gut, causing stomach cramps, acid reflux and other issues. 

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