3 Things you need to know about your Gut.

3 Things you need to know about your Gut.

It's been another cold autumnal week here in UK.

I have been making soups and drinking hot lemon with ginger, honey and turmeric as they always warm me up and help me to boost my immune system.

Looking after my gut is really important, as this magical bacteria is not only creating over 70% of my immunity but also affects my mood and ability to focus.

Have you ever focused on your gut health at all? Apart from those times when you had a bad stomach? We don't normally even notice that our gut is there and we usually just think about it when it comes to digestion.

There are three primary consequences of an unhealthy gut:

  • Inflammation
  • Nutrient absorption issues
  • Immune / autoimmune issues

Many health conditions are believed to be either caused or influenced by poor gut health. Some of these include: Type 2 diabetes, Heart disease, Skin and hair issues, Cancer, Rheumatoid arthritis, Multiple sclerosis, Asthma, Allergies, Anxiety, Depression, Dementia, Obesity, Inflammatory bowel disease.

So what can we do every day to prevent issues without gut? Eating whole food diet is one of these steps. I'm sorry to be telling you to ditch the junk food again, but minimising it is very important.

One of the most important changes we can make to our diet is to ensure that we consume enough dietary fibre.

  • Dietary fibre is like a superhero for your gut microbiome!
  • It's a type of carbohydrate that can't be digested by humans, but it gets broken down by good bacteria in your gut, producing special fatty acids that provide energy and have anti-inflammatory effects.

Other tips I can give you today:

  • Chew well. Well-chewed food makes fewer demands on the digestive system. It requires a lot of work to digest large pieces of food. The digestive process is much more efficient when food is chewed thoroughly.
  • Drink plenty of water. Water is used throughout the body. It helps to digest food. It’s used in the production of digesting enzymes. It’s not necessary to drink a gallon of water each day, but drink according to thirst. Prioritize the consumption of water over other beverages.
  • Avoid excess sugar. Sugar throws off the balance of bacteria in the gut, and is unhealthy in general.
  • Eat prebiotics (onions, garlic, leeks, asparagus, bananas, apples, artichokes, and leafy greens) and probiotics (found naturally in some foods, such as yogurt, kefir, kimchi, sauerkraut, and tempeh).

I have a GUT HEALING RECIPE PACK for you so download it if you'd like to start implementing these tips and cook for your and your family's gut health.

Hungry for more knowledge? CLICK HERE to access my Gut Health Makeover course which you can study in your own time and expand your knowledge on how gut is connected to your brain health, how stress or sleep influence your microbiome or how exercise or the amount of dirt you're in contact with also have an impact.

Do you find this topic interesting?

Or maybe you're now thinking about some of your chronic symptoms and are connecting the dots?

As always, feel free to reach out if you'd like my help in making a bespoke plan for you.

If you have any questions, you know where to find me!

You can book your Free Consultation HERE.

In your corner as always

Love

Evie x

#guthealth #womenshealth #midlifewomen

Sonal Malde

What The Pharmacist Don't Tell You: Exposing Hidden Hazards in the Drugs you take! Safe, Natural Alternatives, with Expert Pharmacist Guidance: Strategic Collaboration with pharmacy and healthcare businesses

3 个月

Absolutely, Evie Goodey! Gut health is crucial, especially during these colder months. Your article sounds intriguing, and it's fantastic you're spotlighting the immense impact of gut health on immunity. I'd love to delve deeper into your findings and explore how our paths might align. Is there a particular aspect of gut health and immunity that you find most people overlook?

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Sonal Malde

What The Pharmacist Don't Tell You: Exposing Hidden Hazards in the Drugs you take! Safe, Natural Alternatives, with Expert Pharmacist Guidance: Strategic Collaboration with pharmacy and healthcare businesses

3 个月

Evie Goodey thank you for sharing i love this topic. I invite you to subscribe to my detailed newsletter on the importance of a healthy microbiome https://www.dhirubhai.net/pulse/importance-healthy-microbiome-pb-restore-probiotics-review-malde-jvvje

Hafsa Raja

Writing Articles That Boost Health Brands' Engagement and Trust │ Health & Wellness Writer │ SEO Article Writer I YouTube Scriptwriter

3 个月

Gut health is indeed often overlooked. I've been experimenting with gut-friendly foods lately & I've noticed an improvement in my digestion & energy levels. It's amazing how much our gut health impacts our overall health. The tips are spot on, Evie!

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