If you feel like your body responds to stress more than it used to, you’re not imagining it. At 40–55, stress can affect: appetite (cravings + “snack urgency”) sleep (more waking, lighter rest) digestion (bloating, sensitivity) weight distribution (often more around the midsection) The goal isn’t to eliminate stress—life is life. The goal is to build a calm-body plan so stress doesn’t steer your nutrition and wellness. Mind–Body Moderation keeps this doable: small tools, repe