There is a deep connection between digestive health and our mental and emotional wellbeing. After numerous groundbreaking discoveries (one being that our gut-friendly bacteria produce hundreds of neurochemicals our brain uses for mental processes such as learning, memory and mood), scientists now refer to the gut as the second brain. When the lining of the gut becomes damaged, infection and inflammation occurs. This inhibits communication between the gut and the brain that is necessary for both to function properly, stresses the immune system, is directly linked to depression and anxiety, and is a leading factor in a long list of digestive disturbances.

At The Healing Sanctuary, we believe digestive health starts with clean eating – which means fresh organic nutrient-rich food. It is the foundation of healthy living. What we eat has a direct impact on every organ and system in the body. Micronutrients are now shown to be effective for those suffering from ADHD, depression, anxiety and bipolar disorders that may have been exacerbated by substance abuse. The damage caused by drugs, alcohol, stress, and a bad diet can all be reversed. Each day we create delicious meals, smoothies, broths, and snacks made from clean, fresh whole foods in order to restore the gut and create balance within the body.