Stress doesn’t just affect your mood — it can also upset your digestion.If you’ve noticed heartburn, acid reflux, or indigestion getting worse during stressful times, you may be dealing with Stress Reflux. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this is often linked to Liver Qi stagnation. When stress builds up, the Liver’s smooth flow of Qi becomes blocked. This disrupts the…
Anxiety Reflux
What is Anxiety Reflux?Anxiety reflux — also known as stress-induced acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) worsened by anxiety — is a condition where emotional stress triggers or intensifies acid reflux symptoms. Common signs include heartburn, chest tightness, throat discomfort, and indigestion. While conventional medicine focuses on acid suppression, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) views anxiety reflux as the result…