Expert Interview: Dr. Rahul Mehta on the Gut–Brain Connection
17 Aug 2025
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Simple, repeatable practices to ease digestive discomfort and calm the nervous system.
Key Takeaways
- Slow down the first 3 bites; chew thoroughly.
- Add a 5–8 minute walk after main meals.
- Breathe before eating: 6 deep breaths to “switch on” rest-and-digest.
Q1: What is your top everyday practice for gut comfort?
Pause, breathe, and chew. A calm start often prevents overeating and discomfort.
Q2: What common myth do you see?
That “stronger = better” for digestive aids. Gentleness and consistency usually win.
Q3: A 14–21 day challenge for readers?
- 6 breaths before meals.
- 5–8 minute walk after lunch and dinner.
- Keep a 1-line meal journal: time + mood.
“Your nervous system is the gatekeeper of digestion.”
Education only; not medical advice. Disclosures: none.
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