When we look after our gut, the whole body feels it: in digestion, in energy, even in mood!
The gut is said to be the second brain, so its function determines a wide range of physical and psychological factors. That's why caring for the gut has a positive impact on the rest of the body.
How will we achieve this?
First through nutrition. A careful and conscious choice of the foods we consume is a very important beginning. We always pay attention to the intake of all the necessary nutrients to meet the needs of our body and ensure its proper functioning and then the quality of the food. We take care of a variety of fruits and vegetables, while choosing whole grains, enriching our diet with seeds, nuts and legumes while not omitting seafood and low-fat animal protein. It is very important to achieve our goal to limit sugar, alcohol, caffeine, artificial sweeteners, red meat and fried foods to a minimum.
Next, we need to make sure the body is properly hydrated, physically active and gets probiotics. What are probiotics? They are microorganisms that naturally exist in our gut flora and maintain its balance and proper function. They contribute to good digestion and strengthen gut health. They are beneficial because they restore the gut flora, relieve common digestive complaints (constipation, indigestion, bloating, etc.) and make it easier to absorb the vitamins and nutrients we get from food.
Often, however, prevention and gut care are not enough. Stress and environmental pollution are so present in our daily lives that they disrupt the health of the gut and the whole digestive system. So the gut may sound the alarm – sometimes quietly, sometimes loudly. In these cases, a gut microbiome analysis can provide useful information. It is a very easy test, with a sample you can take at home, giving us a mapped picture of the state of your gut and targeted, personalised ways to manage and improve it!
Let's not forget that almost 90% of serotonin – the happiness hormone – is produced in the gut. That's why gut health is also linked to our good mood.
So let's not neglect it!
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