In this episode we explore a key concept - GI disorders (like IBS and Crohn’s Disease) are not just physical, they’re mind-body disorders.

This means that most GI disorders are not JUST physical disorders. In addition to the physical part of the disorder they are influenced by psychological factors like stress, emotions, and even past trauma.

Understanding the gut-brain connection helps explain why stress often triggers GI symptoms and it also provides a much better roadmap to healing.

We’ll talk about three effective, research-backed treatments that can help manage your symptoms. Plus, we’ll explain how simple relaxation techniques like diaphragmatic breathing can calm your gut and support long-term healing.

In this episode of the Rest & Digest Podcast, Dr. Scott Rower delves into the "rest and digest" response of the body — a hardwired part of your nervous system that plays a crucial role in both mental health and digestive disorders.

The 2nd half of the episode is a guided breathing practice to support you to activate this response in your own body. This is a key skill which can help you to regulate your nervous system and calm GI symptoms.

In this episode of the Rest & Digest Podcast we dive into the transformative power of diaphragmatic breathing.

We explore what diaphragmatic breathing is & just begin to scratch the surface on the some of the many ways it helps for GI symptoms.

Then in order to put this info to use in your own life we go into a step-by-step guided practice of how to do this type of breathing together.

Introducing the Rest & Digest Podcast. Join Dr. Scott Rower, a clinical psychologist as he introduces the fascinating world of GI psychology.

Discover the powerful connection between your brain and gut, and learn practical mind-body strategies to manage your digestive health.

The debut episode of the Rest & Digest podcast!

Discover the fascinating science of GI psychology and how the gut-brain connection influences your digestive health.

Join Dr. Scott Rower, a clinical psychologist with personal experience in managing Crohn’s Disease, as he introduces practical tools and insights to help you understand and manage your digestive symptoms.