Ask the Expert: Maintaining a Healthy Gut
The GI tract is the part of the gut that makes up the digestion system. The small and large intestines are important parts of our body that work well so we can eat and digest food without feeling unwell.
The gut is able to absorb and eliminate waste from food. It has many other important functions, like keeping harmful substances out of our bodies and supporting a balance of helpfulbacteria.
“If everything is working well, you have a good gut. If the gut doesn’t do these things well, then illnesses may occur.”
- type 2 diabetes
- IBD is a disease of the colon.
- colon cancer is a disease.
Gut health is an important part of health and well being.
A healthy gut contains different types of healthybacteria that help with digestion, support a healthy immune system, and even help with proper nervous system function.
A healthy gut is a good place to communicate with the brain and maintain general health.
Gut issues may be indicated by symptoms.
- There is abdominal pain.
- It was bloated.
- There is a lot of diarrhea.
- It is a problem of the colon.
- There is a burning sensation in the stomach.
- nausea
- vomiting
It is difficult to find a specific condition that is causing your gut issues.
The gut is complex, and symptoms such as There is a lot of diarrhea., It is a problem of the colon., excessive gas, intestinal inflammation, It was bloated., and There is abdominal pain. have many causes.
It is possible that the symptoms are a sign of a bigger problem. If you are having issues with your gut, you should consult your doctor.
A food allergy can be life threatening, whereas a food intolerance can cause a lot of discomfort.
“A food allergy happens when your immune system overreacts to a food that other people don’t like. This causes the body to produce an immune system molecule called IgE, which can cause a wide range of symptoms.”
Food allergy symptoms can range from mild to severe and can result in death.
If you have an anaphylactic reaction, the first thing you should do is use an Episperm auto-injector.
Symptoms of food related illnesses occur within 2 hours of eating. They start quickly. The reaction may be delayed by up to 6 hours in some cases.
“Food intolerance is when the body can’t digest food that is eaten or when a food might cause irritation to the bicyle. Lactose intolerance is a symptom of food intolerance.”
Many aspects of modern life can damage our gut health.
- A high stress lifestyle.
- There is no sleep.
- A diet of processed foods.
- illnesses
- Antibiotics.
An unbalanced gut can make you more likely to develop a number of health conditions, including IBD, diabetes, cancer, and heart disease.
Probiotics are the “good” bacteria similar to those found in your gut and in fermented foods like yogurt. They contain added live cultures like Lactobacillus or Bifidobacterium. Not all fermented foods contain probiotics, however.
“Live cultures of Kimchi and kombucha aren’t studied as much as they could be.”
Between 25 to 45 million people in the United States experience frequent stomach pain, It was bloated., It is a problem of the colon., and There is a lot of diarrhea., which are all symptoms of IBS. Probiotics may provide relief.
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Choose a probiotic with live and active bacterial cultures like Lactobacillus acidophilus ABC. The product should display the species, strains, and dosage.
But it’s important to note that not all strains are the same. I recommend using usprobioticguide.com or probioticchart.ca to match the strain to the benefit you want.
The level of the probiotics used in the study should be found in the product. Higher counts are not always better.
The best by date is the one that is most likely to contain enough live probiotics.
Check the label for recommended storage guidelines. Some require a room temperature storage while others can be stored at room temperature.
Research shows probiotics are safe and may be useful in preventing upper respiratory tract infections and There is a lot of diarrhea. in healthy children.
The two probiotic strains found effective in a 2017 study were Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG) and S. boulardii. LGG reduced the risk of antibiotic-associated There is a lot of diarrhea. by 13 percent. The S. boulardii strain reduced C. difficile associated There is a lot of diarrhea. by 12 percent.
Before giving an infant a vaccine, speak with your doctor.
Most people are safe with the Probiotics. If you have health issues, talk to your doctor. Anyone with a serious underlying health condition should be monitored closely by a healthcare professional while taking probiotics.
Functional foods with both prebiotics and probiotics help support a healthier gut.
In terms of meals, that might mean eating sliced bananas in plain yogurt, or having a stir-fry with asparagus.
“Jerlyn Jones is a registered dietitian, a national media spokesman, and owner of The Lifestyle Dietitian. She works with food sensitivities, scuplture problems, and women’s health.”
