Do you understand your gut health?

It can be difficult to understand your gut health, where things are going wrong and what can be done about it. Unsurprisingly, it can be easy to notice an unhealthy gut, but do you know what to do about it? This blog will help you understand your gut health and how you can improve it.

The Gut Microbiome

Your gut microbiome is basically all of the organisms in your intestines, they are known as microorganisms and we have over 200 different types! Although you may think they are bad for you, most of them are extremely important to your body’s health and its functions. In fact, a wide range of gut bacteria can reduce the chances of conditions like diabetes.

How it impacts your health

Your gut is an impressive yet complicated system, which links to a range of other systems inside your body, from your mental health to your immune system and much more. Therefore, the more beneficial microorganisms you have, the more improvements you can see in your general health and wellbeing.

The signs of bad gut health

From taking certain medications like antibiotics to feeling stressed and having little sleep, so much of everyday life can have a large impact on your gut health. This might change your weight and hormone levels, things that are directly linked to your gut health.

The most common signs are intolerances to foods, autoimmune issues, skin conditions, issues with sleep, weight loss or gain, having a diet full of sugar, and stomach problems, to name a few.

What can I do to improve this?

• Eat less sugary foods
• Get yourself tested for intolerances to foods
• Start taking probiotics
• Drink plenty of water
• Try to eat slower
• Get plenty of sleep
• Reduce your stress

What you eat directly impacts your gut health. To improve your gut health try and eat foods that are packed full of fibre, such as whole grains and nuts, as well as fermented foods like kimchi. Similarly, garlic is also known for helping gut function and foods full of collagen are also known to be beneficial.

We hope this blog has helped you understand your gut health, and hope you can now use these tips to notice when your gut health is declining and what you can do to get it back on track.

Visit our online store to find products that can help improve your gut health. Alternatively, contact us for any questions or queries.