Feeling Bloated, Heavy, or Just “Off”? It Might Not Be What You Ate…

Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything “right,” but your body just isn’t responding? You’re eating okay, staying active (when you can), but you still feel bloated, heavy, or gaining weight — especially around the midsection.

You’re not alone. And it may not be your willpower or your diet.
It could be stress.

💡 The Role of Cortisol

Cortisol is often called the “stress hormone.” It’s produced by your adrenal glands and helps your body respond to danger. In short bursts, cortisol is helpful — it increases alertness, mobilizes energy, and keeps you going in a crisis.

But when stress becomes chronic, your cortisol levels can stay high for too long.

And that’s when problems start.

What Chronic Stress Can Do to Your Body:

  • Increases abdominal fat storage (especially visceral fat)

  • Disrupts sleep, leading to fatigue and sugar cravings

  • Slows digestion, which can cause bloating or constipation

  • Affects your mood, making you feel anxious, flat, or reactive

  • Encourages fluid retention and inflammation

  • Leads to muscle tension and a sense of “heaviness”

It’s your body’s way of protecting you — but over time, it starts to wear you down.

Gentle Therapies to Support Stress Recovery

At Nagomi Wellness, we work with the body’s nervous system — not against it.
Our treatments, including Seitai Remedial Therapy and Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), are designed to help your body shift out of survival mode and into the parasympathetic state (your “rest and digest” system).

You may notice:
✅ Reduced tension and puffiness
✅ Easier breathing and clearer thoughts
✅ A calmer nervous system and better digestion
✅ A feeling of lightness — even if your weight hasn’t changed

What to Expect

  • No oil

  • No undressing

  • No painful pressure

  • Just calm, clothed treatments focused on resetting your body’s rhythm

When your nervous system feels safe, everything else follows.

💚 It’s Not About Forcing Weight Loss — It’s About Supporting Your Body’s Balance

Your body wants to heal. It just needs the right environment.

📍 We're located in Camberwell, VIC
🔗 Book now — 15% off for first-time clients (if you haven’t found us via Fresha)

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