The gut is an essential part of the human digestive system. It allows the body to absorb various nutrients that are necessary for good health. When the gut is functioning properly, there is a healthy balance of bacteria that help your body process and obtain energy from the foods you eat, remove toxins, fight disease and improve your mood.
However, our unhealthy lifestyle and eating choices often lead to poor gut health. Many factors affect gut health, resulting in symptoms such as diarrhea, constipation, loose stools, gas, bloating and abdominal pain. In addition, your gut health can affect your mood and general sense of well-being.
You are not alone if you have digestive problems. Almost everyone has experienced stomach upset at some point. But how do you know if your overall “gut” health is good or bad?
Below are some common indicators:
Intolerance to some foods: Food intolerances can be caused by a lack of good bacteria in the gut. If you have trouble digesting certain foods, you may have a food intolerance. Bloating, gas, diarrhea, nausea, and abdominal pain are some of the symptoms.
Increased skin irritationInflammation in the gut caused by a poor diet or food allergy can cause the gut to leak more of certain proteins into the body, which can irritate the skin and lead to eczema.
Sleep problems in general: An unhealthy gut often prevents you from sleeping well. Bacteria or inflammation hinder your sleeping habits. Insomnia due to an unhealthy gut can lead to fatigue. So if you have bacteria or inflammation in your gut, your sleep may be affected.
headache: There may be a link between headaches and gut health, especially if you experience nausea or vomiting when you have migraines.
Health issuesHealth problems such as thyroid, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune diseases can be caused by certain “bad” gut bacteria. If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, it may be time to see a doctor. A few suggestions to improve an unhealthy gut are mentioned below:
To improve your gut health:
- Avoid unnecessary antibiotics.
- Consume probiotics.
- Adjust your diet.
- Reduce stress.
- Practice regularly.
- Stay hydrated.
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