We know the gut and brain are connected and that the nervous system plays a role in this connection, but what exactly is your nervous system and what causes it to malfunction? What does it mean to regulate your nervous system and what can you do to achieve this?    In this episode, we cover: What is your nervous system [1:42] Endocrine system [2:33] Does the nervous system impact the whole body [3:14] Major nervous system organs [3:55] Sensory [4:11] Central and peripheral [5:53] What causes the nervous system to malfunction [8:06] How is this related to your gut [10:13] Inflammatory responses [12:22]  Food intolerance and gut health [12:40] Supplements and diet [14:07] What does it mean to regulate your nervous system [15:30] Does regulating your nervous system mean we avoid the stress state [18:48] Daily habits and routines [20:00] How do you regulate during periods of stress [24:00]   Mentioned in this episode: Vagus nerve episode: https://youtu.be/PzoitgiQVG0?si=Yw4JLkUocZlgEJuB  Join the MASTER Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/gutivateconsult    FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal