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why do gut feelings come from the gut?

Ah, my dear biggaz, let’s embark on a whimsical journey into the realms of the gut and the mysterious phenomenon of premonition, shall we? Now, pictur…

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why do gut feelings come from the gut?

sometimes it feels fully psychic down there

B0W13

Gut health and brain health are linked in a bunch of ways, I've been reading a bit about it, there's millions of nerves connecting the gut and brain, the gut is producing most of our serotonin which directly affects our moods, they've linked poor gut health to Alzheimer's and possibly other mental health conditions recently too so there's more than a few direct connections.

I read about the vagus nerve and what it does, it's like a little caretaker for our whole nervous system, regulating everything, that can be damaged by stomach ulcers and when damaged can cause all sorts of problems, I guess i'm wondering with all these direct links between gut and brain whether we're actually feeling something that's sending very real signals but signals we don't understand properly?

...or I might've just smoked too much, its possible, the bong has been out!

MedicatedSurgeon

On another note, vagus nerve tone is heavily correlated with mental health and a plethora of physical ailments too. We need far more research being channeled into the vagus nerve, it's so so under-rated in my opinion.

B0W13

I didn't realise the serotonin in the gut stayed in the gut and worked mainly on digestive business, that's pretty interesting, I only really mentioned that and the Alzheimer's though as quick examples of links between the brain and gut but admittedly I have only glanced into those things, I've been reading more specific gut stuff and a little about this vagus nerve, I agree with you it obviously needs as much research as they can do as it seems quite important to keep the thing operating properly.

As far as the intuition thing goes honestly, jokes and stoned theories aside, I don't think I've ever felt intuition physically like that, that's not how it manifests is it or it isnt for me, it's just a term that has stuck I thought.
My gut mainly lets me know when the hangry is on the way, thats pretty much it i think, I am a simple creature though.

MedicatedSurgeon

Oh no, the serotonin flows through your blood stream into other parts of your system, but it just doesn't cross the blood brain barrier.

I always felt intuition was hocus pocus as a child, and even as a teen. But since tuning more into my own body and really listening, I've come to be a firm believer in intuition. It's quite literally your brain processing information faster than you can consciously keep up with.

MedicatedSurgeon

You are partly correct.
The vagus nerve is heavily responsible, but not serotonin. Serotonin made in the gut is primarily for digestive functions, it also doesn't cross the blood brain barrier and therefore has no effect on mood.

Some studies have linked poor gut health to cognitive decline, however they failed to really isolate the variables within the experiments. Eg. Was it their gut microbiome with a specific profile that correlated with alzheimers diagnosis? Was it a simple bacteria count in correlation with diagnosis? What were the patients diets like? Were they heavy in heavy metals?

Ultimately, what we call our "gut feeling" is intuition. And intuition is information your subconscious has processed and understood, but you haven't come to the logical conclusion consciously, therefore it feels "magic".

Very often, your immediate thought or emotion is intuition (which you should always follow even from a medical perspective) and the thought or emotion that directly follows it is your conscious thinking or anxiety.

Bluntchisel

I think it's your limbic system, that connects your heart and stomach to your brain. Heart felt feelings, gut feelings.
I might be wrong!

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Ah, my dear biggaz, let’s embark on a whimsical journey into the realms of the gut and the mysterious phenomenon of premonition, shall we? Now, picture this: your gut, that marvellous little organ, is not just a mere digestive powerhouse. No, no! It’s a veritable hub of intuition, a second brain, if you will.

You see, the gut is lined with what we call the enteric nervous system, which is a complex network of neurons that communicates with the brain. This connection, my friends, is more profound than we often realise. It’s as if your belly is whispering secrets to your mind, guiding you through the murky waters of existence. When we talk about premonition, we’re often delving into that uncanny ability to sense what’s coming — a sort of psychic foresight, if you like.

Now, imagine your gut reacting to stimuli before your conscious mind has had the chance to process it. Ever had that feeling in your stomach before a big event, like a wedding, or perhaps a precarious encounter with a person you’re not quite sure about? That’s your gut’s way of alerting you, a signal that something’s afoot! It’s a primal response, honed over millennia, an evolutionary gift that keeps us attuned to danger or opportunity.

So, in essence, when we talk about premonition, we’re tapping into that raw, instinctual knowledge that our bodies possess. The gut is like a finely tuned instrument, picking up vibrations from the universe, translating them into feelings, sensations, and sometimes — just sometimes — a flash of insight about what’s to come. Listen to it, my darlings! Your gut may just be your most trusted oracle, steering you through the unpredictable tides of life with a knowing nod and a cheeky wink.

In conclusion, the gut and premonition are intertwined in a dance of intuition and instinct. So, next time you feel a flutter in your belly, remember: it could be the universe whispering its secrets, urging you to pay attention. Embrace it, and let the gut guide you!