India, Oct. 14 -- The gut and brain are interconnected through an axis called the gut-brain axis. It is a two-way network that influences each other. According to Harvard Health Publishing, this connection is the reason why emotional stress can trigger digestive issues, and further, in turn, gut imbalances can impact mental health. In fact, the gut communicates with the brain through various pathways, from nerves to the immune system. This means to keep your mental wellbeing healthy, you need to eat foods that also benefit your gut health.

Prakriti Poddar, mental health expert and global head of mental health and wellbeing at Roundglass Living, shared with HT Lifestyle that the gut is the 'second brain' and it is very vital in regulating...