How To Improve Your Gut Health

There are several ways of determining your poor gut health, the primary being the nature of your stool.

- Saurabh Chawla

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only. It does not intend to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any diseases. Get the help of a certified medical professional or a certified dietician before making any changes to your diet or exercise regimen. ou might have heard about how gut health is affecting your overall wellbeing and you as a person. Gut health is the coordination of the microorganisms inside your body.

Yes, the microorganisms live on your skin, tongue, throat, colon, and other organs of your body. It is the chemical reactions made by these little creatures that define how you and your body function.

There are several ways of determining your poor gut health, the primary being the nature of your stool. If you feel frequent changes in your stool, there is a high chance that your gut health has gone for a toss.

Gut health and proper balance of the microflora play an important role in a person’s overall health and keep him or her away from diseases especially autoimmune diseases.

CHECK YOUR FIBER INTAKE

Modern lifestyles and diets have affected the food we are consuming and the majority of people are lacking in many nutrients. One of them is Fiber. Fiber is a carbohydrate and it has tremendous benefits. It does not affect insulin, it helps in lowering cholesterol, it helps in smooth functioning of the intestines and many more.

Fiber is food for gut bacteria and plays an important role in multiplying the good bacteria and slowing down the growth of the bad bacteria.

Best sources of fiber include fruits and vegetables, salads, nuts and seeds, and psyllium husk (supplement).

STAY AWAY FROM PROCESSED FOODS AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE