Gut Health
What is gut health and why is it important?
The gut is part of the digestive system. It is from your mouth to your anus. But generally the gut refers to your stomach, large and small intestines. These areas of your body are where you get your nutrition and how it is delivered to the rest of your body. The gut is also responsible for the majority of your immune system plus 90% of the brain serotonin along with 50% of its dopamine is produced within the gut. The health of your gut can affect metabolism by altering hormonal balance, and many intolerances are now being linked to what we call a leaky gut. Nurturing your gut is one of the best steps you can make towards overall health and wellness.
The Gut Microbiome
The gut microbiome is a collection of all micro organisms, such as bacteria, fungi, and viruses. The micro organisms live in the G.I.tract, mouth, nose, and other areas of your body. The largest community of micro organisms live in your large and small intestines. The Microbiome affects the body from birth continuing through out life by controlling the digestion of food, immune function, central nervous system and other body functions. It also plays an important role in the maintenance and development of the human body.
These communities of organisms consistently change while responding to variations in the body, brought on by factors, such as diet, exercise, medication, age, and lifestyle. Because of the certain changes throughout your life, the gut microbiome may not function properly. Some of the things you may experience with a gut that does not function properly you could have weight gain, bloating, cramps, abdominal pain, and other gut related issues. It could also cause blocked arteries, heart problems, blood sugar problems, brain fog, just to name a few the symptoms you may experience with gut dysbiosis. why does this happen is because the microbes produce a lot of gas and other chemicals which contribute to the symptoms of intestinal discomfort.
What we need is a healthy gut Microbiome, when your gut is healthy, it becomes healthy cells that communicate with intestinal cells. This will help digest your food properly while stopping bad bacteria from sticking to your intestine walls. In conclusion, the Microbiome plays a very important role in your health by helping control your digestion, and while benefiting your immune system and other aspects of your health.