How Hormones Connect the Gut to Our Brain

Ever had a “gut feeling” about something? Turns out, that’s not just a saying—the gut and brain are more connected than we ever imagined!

This connection is known as the gut-brain axis, and it’s a two-way street where signals constantly flow between your digestive system and your brain. A lot of these signals are actually hormones! When the gut is happy and healthy, it produces hormones and neurotransmitters that keep mood, energy, and focus in check. But when there’s an imbalance—think stress, inflammation, or an unhealthy diet—those signals go haywire, affecting everything from our mood to how we manage stress and even our appetite.

This link between gut health and brain health is right at the heart of endocrinology. Since hormones play a huge role in how our body handles stress, blood sugar, and even our sleep.  Here you will learn how disruptions in the gut-brain connection can affect a person’s overall hormonal balance. In fact, caring for our gut is a powerful way to support our endocrine health, boost energy, and feel our best day-to-day!