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10 Tips for a Healthy Gut
Your gut is home to trillions of microorganisms that make up your gut microbiome, which is responsible for many important functions in your body and...
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Leena Mahtani : Nov 13, 2023 8:53:36 PM
Have you ever felt physically depleted yet had trouble pinpointing the cause? That moment of confusion is all too familiar to many of us, and we may be surprised to learn that its source could be connected with something as small as bacteria! Indeed, thereβs mounting evidence in research suggesting that your gut microbiome β or how deeply influenced your mood can be by our diets. With so much conflicting dietary advice out there surrounding artificial food chemicals, it's more important than ever for us to understand their effects on our guts - and how those changes may subsequently affect our mental health. Hereβs what we know about the possible connection between intestinal microorganisms and our well-being.
1. What is the Gut Microbiome? |
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2. The Gut Microbiome and Mood Connection: |
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3. Artificial Food Chemicals and Their Impact on the Gut Microbiome: |
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5. How to Maintain a Healthy Gut Microbiome: Ultimately, we have just touched the surface of the gut microbiome-mood connection β more research is needed to understand this interplay more profoundly. To better protect ourselves against artificial food compounds that can disrupt our delicate gut microflora equilibrium, consuming a diet as close to nature as possible and avoiding processed foods high in chemicals is advisable. Incorporating a probiotic supplement into your daily regimen is also recommended for optimizing the health of your gut microbiome. Our mental health is a delicate balancing act β knowing how our food choices could influence our moods will help us make conscious decisions to promote greater well-being. |
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The information provided in this article is for general knowledge only and should not be considered medical advice. It is always best to consult a healthcare professional before changing your diet or lifestyle.
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