Feeling Anxious or Low?

I live partway down a gentle incline between a busy highway and a lazy river. You don’t notice the slope when driving toward my home—until it rains. Engineering decisions on the highway send water downhill, and when the ditch can’t hold it all, my street floods. Neighbors wade through two feet of water just to reach their front doors.
Sometimes, a brave neighbor will clear debris from the iron grate covering the street drain. Instantly, the water rushes away in a swirling mass, unimpeded by sticks, leaves, and stones, and the street is soon navigable again.
Watching those swirling floodwaters reminded me of how our bodies work. When our colon can’t clear toxins effectively, debris and damage build up—and often our mood is the first thing to be affected.
Did you know that 80–90% of your serotonin—the “feel-good” brain chemical—is made in your gut, not your brain? God designed our bodies with such beautiful, interconnected wisdom. This is why I emphasize gut health in my signature program, Wholeness Restored . When our gut is healthy, our mind and mood are steadier, calmer, and more peaceful.
If you’ve been feeling tired, anxious, or just not yourself lately, it may be time to give your gut some loving care. Here are five gentle, natural steps to nurture your gut—and lift your mood from the inside out.

1. Do a Gentle Gut Cleanse

Choose a cleanse that supports liver detoxification and helps remove unwanted bacteria, candida, and parasites — without keeping you tied to the bathroom. There are many nutrients that can help gently cleanse. Here are some favorites of mine.

Bacteria - consider Berberine
Candida - consider proteolytic enzymes
Parasites - consider black walnut

None of these is sufficient alone, but look for supplement formulas that contain them. Stay well-hydrated and ease off processed foods to give your body a break and a chance to reset as well.

2. Add Fiber to “Sweep Things Out”

Think of fiber as a broom for your insides! It helps move out toxins that your liver has released so they don’t get reabsorbed into your bloodstream. This keeps your body — and brain — clearer and calmer.

3. Restore with Probiotics

After cleansing, refill your gut with good bacteria (probiotics). They strengthen your immune system, balance digestion, and help your body create serotonin naturally. Choose high-quality probiotics — specific strains are even shown to support mood and calmness.

4. Reduce Sugar

Sugar steals from your body — especially your B vitamins and magnesium, which are key nutrients for managing stress. It also feeds bad bacteria in your gut. Reducing sugar helps restore balance and steadiness, both physically and emotionally.

5. Keep Things Moving Daily

Constipation (less than one bowel movement per day) means toxins are sitting too long in your body. Drink plenty of water — about half your body weight (in pounds) in ounces daily — and consider adding magnesium glycinate to help relax your colon. If stools are too loose, add gentle fiber like ground flaxseed or slippery elm powder to soothe and strengthen the gut lining.
We often forget how much our gut affects our mood, but God didn’t make mistakes in connecting the two. When we care for our digestion, we’re also caring for our peace, joy, and mental clarity.
So, take it one step at a time this week. Your body was created for healing — and as you support your gut, you are setting your body up to return to wholeness.
If you suspect poor gut health may be contributing to your mood, fatigue, or digestive concerns, I invite you to schedule a free 45-minute consultation . We’ll talk about your health, explore what your body is trying to communicate, and determine if Wholeness Restored is the right next step for you.
This is not a high-pressure call—just a chance to connect, share your story, and explore options for nurturing your body and nervous system.

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