Is stress making you physically sick? The gut-brain connection explained

Community health discussion on TeleHealthCircle.

Most people separate mental health from physical health. Science doesn't. Chronic stress triggers cortisol release, which over time: - Weakens immune response - Disrupts gut microbiome - Increases inflammation markers - Raises cardiovascular risk The WHO estimates that 1 in 4 Indians will experience a mental health condition. Yet less than 1% receive treatment. What you can do today: - 10 minutes of morning sunlight — regulates cortisol naturally - 5-minute box breathing before sleep — activates parasympathetic response - Limit news consumption to 30 minutes daily Ask Yukti AI if you want a personalised stress assessment. — HealthCircle Medical Team

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