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Indigestion Whenever You Are Stressed! Shenmen (HT7) Acupressure to Relieve Your Stifling Gut

“I have been so busy and stressed lately that my stomach feels uncomfortable.” Do you find yourself saying this almost every day? You might have experienced a sudden sharp stomach ache before an important exam or presentation, or tossed and turned all night with worries only to wake up feeling uncomfortably full as if you had food retention. For those whose stress settles straight into the gut, leaving digestion stalled and bloated, here is how to apply acupressure to Shenmen (HT7), the acupoint that opens the gate of the mind.