For those of us seeking to improve our health and immunity, we are now learning more and more about our digestive system and the major impact it has on our overall health. The myriad of information can feel overwhelming as we discover new links between our digestive health and our immune system, physical and mental well-being. Unfortunately, there is no straightforward answer; However, to truly succeed we need to work inwards, and that means focusing on our gut to ensure our overall level of improved wellness is achieved.

7 Signs Of An Unhealthy Gut

It is important to keep an eye out for these signs to notice the signals your body is sending you with regards to your gut health:

• Upset stomach- such as frequent gas, bloating, constipation diarrhea etc.
• Food intolerances- noticing whether your body reacts negatively after consuming a specific food type
• Skin irritation
• Weight changes without any prompting
• Sleep disturbance to your regular pattern
• Flare ups to any presiding autoimmune diseases
• Constant fatigue

If you have one or a combination of these symptoms it might be time to trust your gut and start fine tuning your dietary lifestyle.

Natural Gut Boosters

Thankfully, there are some easy and natural adjustments and plans that you can begin applying to your lifestyle to overcome any long-lasting implications. These include:

• Removing things that cause internal stress – Common factors include gluten, most dairy, refined grains, processed oils, sugar and opt for more organic, raw and fermented products.
• Eat slowly and stay hydrated- chewing thoroughly promotes full digestion and proper absorption of nutrients while appropriate hydration levels have shown a positive effect on the mucosal lining of the intestines.
• Restore emotional wellbeing – lower stress by practicing mindfulness, meditation, sleeping better and taking the reins over your emotional wellbeing.

We have at least 1000 different varieties of bacteria in our body – the richer and more diverse the community of gut microbes are, the lower our risk of disease and allergies end up being. Even though stress, exercise, sleep, medicine and smoking all affect gut health, improving your diet is the way to truly heal your gut.

Gut Health & Mental Wellbeing

Our gut health can have an impact on our mental wellbeing, in fact there is a direct link between our gut health and brain health.

Thebacteria in our gut send signals to our brain through nerve fibers which basically translate our cravings! Therefore, what we eat tends to influence our gut microbiomes which makes our brain want those types of food.

Interestingly, Dopamine (the body’s neurotransmitter that is responsible for our feeling of reward and pleasure) is half produced in the gut. The majority of Seratonin- otherwise known as the happy chemical (as its responsible for our mood and sleep) is also produced in our gut. Studies have shown that lack of Serotonin has a direct link with anxiety and depression. It is therefore crucial to prioritize your gut health to witness a truly impactful change to your mental wellbeing.

We all have a unique digestive journey affected by our environment, activity, diet, water, and lifestyle. So, remember, what works for someone might not work for you. Embrace the journey and take it one step a time, the impact is not overnight, but its rewards are everlasting.

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