Navigating life as a college student with an autoimmune disease is a challenge that can be overcome by prioritizing your health first (Adobe Stock Photo).
Many people feel butterflies in their stomachs when fearful, anxious or excited. This sensation stems from a group of nerves on our gut lining called the enteric nervous system (ENS), and it is linked to our brain. According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, this communication between the mind and the gut affects how our food is digested and can cause emotional shifts. If the gut lining is damaged, this communication with the mind may harm mental health...
