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What Improvements Can I Expect?

Chronic stress and chronic inflammation are two sides of the same coin. Here's what our clients typically experience within 4-6 weeks.

By Dr. Vivek Narayan

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Chronic stress and chronic inflammation are two sides of the same coin. When you address one, you address the other. Our clients typically experience improvements across multiple health measures within 4-6 weeks, depending on severity and adherence to their action plans.

The most dramatic improvements tend to occur in gastrointestinal and musculoskeletal symptoms during this initial period. Sustained benefits over several months come from preventing relapse into previous habits.

Health Categories with Expected Improvements

Gastrointestinal (GI) Symptoms

  • Diarrhea and constipation
  • Bloating and belching
  • Heartburn and acid reflux
  • Stomach pain and cramping

The gut-brain axis means your digestive system is often the first place chronic stress manifests — and one of the first places to improve when stress is addressed.

Emotional Balance

  • Mood swings
  • Anxiety and nervousness
  • Anger and irritability
  • Some depressive symptom reduction

Note: We are not a substitute for mental health treatment. If you’re experiencing clinical depression or anxiety, please work with a licensed therapist in addition to our coaching.

Energy, Metabolism & Weight

  • Fatigue and lethargy
  • Hyperactivity and restlessness
  • Binge eating and food cravings
  • Headaches and dizziness
  • Insomnia

These improvements often cascade — better sleep leads to more energy, which leads to better food choices, which leads to improved metabolism.

Musculoskeletal (MSK)

  • Joint pain and arthritis symptoms
  • Stiffness
  • Muscle aches and weakness

Chronic stress drives inflammation, which directly causes MSK pain. Reducing stress often provides more relief than pain medication alone.

Cognitive

  • Memory issues
  • Confusion and brain fog
  • Poor concentration
  • Coordination difficulties

Skin

  • Acne and rashes
  • Hair loss
  • Flushing and excessive sweating

Timeline Expectations

  • Weeks 1-2: Sleep improvements, reduced acute symptoms
  • Weeks 3-4: Energy and GI improvements become noticeable
  • Weeks 5-6: Measurable changes across most domains
  • Months 2-3: Sustained improvement, new habits forming
  • Months 3+: Maintenance phase, relapse prevention

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