Happy Monday, !

Have you ever felt like something’s just off, but you can’t quite put your finger on it?

Could be that…

• Your energy is dragging.
• Your skin isn’t cooperating.
• Or no matter what you do, you just can’t seem to focus.

It’s frustrating — especially when you’re doing all the “right” things to balance your hormones, build muscle, or drop those last 20 pounds.

Believe it or not, these issues might link back to your gut…

Because your gut is about SO much more than just food.

It impacts everything—from how energized you feel to how quickly you bounce back after a tough workout.

And when your digestion isn’t working at its best, it can show up in ways you might not expect…

For example, low energy levels are a huge red flag... 

If you feel like you’re running on empty — even after a full night’s sleep — your body might not be absorbing nutrients properly. 

Another sign? Skin issues like breakouts or dullness. Your gut and skin are deeply connected, and when one is out of balance, the other is often right behind it.

And let’s not forget about mood swings. Your gut produces about 90% of your serotonin — the “feel-good” hormone…

When your digestion is off, it can take a heavy toll on your mood, making it harder to feel calm, focused, and positive.

The good news: Small changes can make a BIG difference.

Here are a few simple shifts to try:

• Eat more whole, real foods. Your gut thrives on fresh fruits, veggies, lean proteins, and healthy fats. Processed foods can throw things out of whack.

• Slow down when you eat. Chewing your food thoroughly helps your body break it down and absorb nutrients more effectively.

• Add gut-friendly foods. Fermented veggies, yogurt, or kefir can support a happy gut.

These small tweaks can create noticeable shifts in how you feel every single day.

If you’ve noticed any of these signs, don’t ignore them. Supporting your gut is one of the most effective ways to improve how you feel from the inside out.

Make it an evening day,

Coach Lu 

Ludwight Rigueur, SMTh, SMTr, LMT, Qigong Instructor

Rigueur Soma Performance

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REFERENCES:

https://www.news-medical.net/news/20220810/How-ultraprocessed-foods-affect-gut-microbiome-and-health.aspx

https://genomemedicine.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13073-021-00921-y

https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2021/07/fermented-food-diet-increases-microbiome-diversity-lowers-inflammation