Did you know that there is a direct line of communication between your digestive tract and your brain? New evidence is showing us that the microflora in our gut activates this communication, via the vagus nerve, and can play a crucial role in mediating our mood. This means that disruption of the intestinal tract can result in inappropriate signals being sent up to the brain, influencing your mood. Refined foods, chronic stress, and the overuse of antibiotics can lead to this kind of disruptive communication in the body. Restoring the function of the digestive system can be an effective way to help balance your mood… with no side effects.