Leaky Gut
Many health issues stem from problems with the gut - the small intestine, the large intestine, and the stomach. It is very common for people to have a "leaky gut" that causes numerous health concerns. A leaky gut can be caused by taking antibiotics, from parasites, unfriendly bacteria, yeasts and molds, and by eating the standard American diet. What happens is that the digestive system has to deal with excess toxins that it cannot process fast enough (probably due to a stressed liver). The lining of the stomach begins to allow food particles and toxins through into the bloodstream. The body then recognizes these particles as enemies and the immune system attacks them. If the immune system is busy attacking these invaders, it doesn't have time to do it's other jobs. This can lead to numerous health concerns - fatigue, bloating, allergies, food sensitivities, achy joints, bladder infections, headaches - and so much more. Fixing a leaky gut isn't an overnight process. We need to replace the friendly bacteria, eliminate toxins, provide nutritional support, and change the overall diet. Starting tomorrow, I will try to focus on each item that leads to a leaky gut. Helping the gut and the liver work efficiently can alleviate numerous health concerns.
One of the main culprits of the gut that causes issue is bacteria. In the gut, we have friendly, neutral and unfriendly bacteria. The balance should be 85% friendly and neutral bacteria to about 15% unfriendly bacteria. For the majority of Americans, this number is opposite. How do you know if this is the case for you? If you have been on antibiotics and have not taken a probiotic, chances are that your gut is out of balance. If you suffer from gas, bloating, constipation or irritable bowel syndrome, bacteria may play a role. If you are susceptible to everything that goes around, your gut can play a big role in affecting your immune system. If the bacteria in your gut is out of balance, you are more likely to be a friendly host to parasites and yeasts which cause even more issues with the digestive system. This is how our bodies get thrown out of balance, and we start to have one health issue after another. In order to return to a balanced digestive system, there are many steps that must be taken - first of all, it is important to get rid of parasites and yeasts if that is an issue. They leave toxins behind and live on your nutrients. I will discuss parasites and yeasts tomorrow. The gut needs to have the right nutrients and enzymes to work efficiently. If the bacteria is out of balance, probiotics can help replenish the friendly bacteria. If you experience many digestive problems, there are ways to alleviate them!
Many health issues stem from problems with the gut - the small intestine, the large intestine, and the stomach. It is very common for people to have a "leaky gut" that causes numerous health concerns. A leaky gut can be caused by taking antibiotics, from parasites, unfriendly bacteria, yeasts and molds, and by eating the standard American diet. What happens is that the digestive system has to deal with excess toxins that it cannot process fast enough (probably due to a stressed liver). The lining of the stomach begins to allow food particles and toxins through into the bloodstream. The body then recognizes these particles as enemies and the immune system attacks them. If the immune system is busy attacking these invaders, it doesn't have time to do it's other jobs. This can lead to numerous health concerns - fatigue, bloating, allergies, food sensitivities, achy joints, bladder infections, headaches - and so much more. Fixing a leaky gut isn't an overnight process. We need to replace the friendly bacteria, eliminate toxins, provide nutritional support, and change the overall diet. Starting tomorrow, I will try to focus on each item that leads to a leaky gut. Helping the gut and the liver work efficiently can alleviate numerous health concerns.
One of the main culprits of the gut that causes issue is bacteria. In the gut, we have friendly, neutral and unfriendly bacteria. The balance should be 85% friendly and neutral bacteria to about 15% unfriendly bacteria. For the majority of Americans, this number is opposite. How do you know if this is the case for you? If you have been on antibiotics and have not taken a probiotic, chances are that your gut is out of balance. If you suffer from gas, bloating, constipation or irritable bowel syndrome, bacteria may play a role. If you are susceptible to everything that goes around, your gut can play a big role in affecting your immune system. If the bacteria in your gut is out of balance, you are more likely to be a friendly host to parasites and yeasts which cause even more issues with the digestive system. This is how our bodies get thrown out of balance, and we start to have one health issue after another. In order to return to a balanced digestive system, there are many steps that must be taken - first of all, it is important to get rid of parasites and yeasts if that is an issue. They leave toxins behind and live on your nutrients. I will discuss parasites and yeasts tomorrow. The gut needs to have the right nutrients and enzymes to work efficiently. If the bacteria is out of balance, probiotics can help replenish the friendly bacteria. If you experience many digestive problems, there are ways to alleviate them!
