India, May 25 -- Stress and anxiety are often thought of as purely mental or emotional experiences, but what you eat may play a bigger role than you realise. Your daily diet directly affects gut health, and because the gut and brain are closely connected, it can also influence how your body responds to stress, regulates mood, and handles anxiety. From alcohol intake to processed foods and nutrient-rich choices, everyday eating habits can shape your stress response in ways that often go unnoticed.

Dr Kunal Sood, an anaesthesiologist and interventional pain medicine physician, is breaking down the connection between nutrition and anxiety. In an Instagram video shared on May 25, he explains how everyday food habits can influence mental well...