by It’s crucial to understand the influence of the central nervous system on the body’s metabolism for optimal health and weight management. The autonomic central nervous system automatically controls vital functions like hormone production, circulation, digestion, and detoxification.
A key discovery reveals that understanding whether the body is dominantly “passive” or “excitated” is essential for personalizing diet and lifestyle choices. A tailored approach is needed because there is no one-size-fits-all diet that works for everyone, as bodies function differently.
To determine if your body has a passive or excited metabolism, let’s examine the characteristics of an “excitated” nervous system. Remember, these characteristics are dominant tendencies, not absolute rules. If an individual recognizes any of the five traits below, they most likely need to tailor their diet to an “excitated” nervous system.
Here are five key characteristics, three related to digestion and two to sleep. Individuals may experience varying degrees of excitation within their nervous system.
Digestion-Related Characteristics:
1. Poor Red Meat Digestion: Red meat is difficult to digest or takes a long time to process.
2. Sensitivity to Saturated Fats: Fatty foods like pork, bacon, and greasy cheeses may cause discomfort.
3. Difficulty Digesting Late-Night Meals: Eating late in the evening leads to poor digestion, gas, and discomfort.
Sleep-Related Characteristics:
1. Difficulty Sleeping After Late-Night Meals: Eating late at night makes it difficult to fall asleep.
2. Light Sleep: Individuals with an excitable system experience light sleep and are easily awakened.
If anyone identify with any of these characteristics, they likely have an “excitated” nervous system, requiring a specific dietary approach.
