Gut Health

80% of the immune system is found in the gut. There are over 100 trillion bacteria in the gut linked to overall health, which is why maintaining a healthy digestive system is so important. However, our gut health can deteriorate as we age. Unhealthy diets and lifestyle choices disrupt the balance of good and bad bacteria in the digestive system, affecting the immune system and hormones.

A healthy gut improves immunity and reduces the risk of many common chronic diseases. To ensure good gut health you need proper nutrients that support the growth of diverse strains of good bacteria.

Leaky Gut Syndrome: Signs, Causes, and Treatment

An underlying health condition known as leaky gut causes damage to your gastrointestinal tract, allowing toxins to enter your bloodstream. A leaky…

10 Ways To Improve Gut Health

As a gastroenterologist, I focus on lot on my patients digestive systems (aka their gut). The gut is as valuable to the body as the brain, the heart and any other vital organ or system. The state of the gut can affect one’s health and well-being dramatically, and yet it’s surprising how some people never really pay attention to it.