Gut Health and Overall Health: Is There a Connection?

Gut Health and Overall Health: Is There a Connection?

Content 1. Role of the GI Tract 2. The Microbiome 3. The Role of Intestinal Flora 4. GALT & Leaky Gut 5. Inflammation 6. Restoring Gut Health

Basic, living, structural, functional unit of the human body Nucleus-controls cellular activity, contain genes & DNA Mitochondria -ATP is produced. Known as the power house. Complex Carbohydrates are important for energy production Ribosome-protein synthesis The Cell

The Microbiome 100 Trillion in our Gastrointestinal Tract Beneficial Bacteria Bacteria, fungus, viruses out of balance Microbes play a role in eczema, obesity, asthma, heart disease, modulate hormones, influence autoimmune diseases like type 1 diabetes. An Imbalance in microbes contributes to malnutrition (Feb. 5, 2013 by Dr Francis Collins NIH)

The Microbiome The Digestive System is intimately connected to what goes on in the brain Internal Ecology especially microorganisms that live within have everything to do with general wellness and mental health The State of the Microbiome is key to human health and the Central Nervous System is most sensitive to changes in the gut---but especially the brain

Intestinal Flora Aid in digestion & absorption of nutrients Create a physical barrier against potential invaders Act as a detoxification machine the gut s bugs have a role in preventing infections neutralize toxins in food and viewed as the second liver Profoundly influence the immune system s response Produce and release enzymes and substances chemicals for the brain, including vitamins and neurotransmitters. Help handle stress effects hormones Assist in good sleep Helps control inflammatory pathways

Causes or Contributing Factors Poor Food Choices Overload of Viruses, Parasites Caffeine, Chronic Stress Alcohol Consumption Antibiotics NSAIDS and other medications Unbalanced amount of Microbes leads to a damaged GI tract

GALT Gut Associated Lymphoid Tissue Gut Associated lymphoid tissue of the gastrointestinal mucosa that contains both B and T cells. This tissue is responsible for localized immunity to pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites.

Inflammation Acute 1. Splinter 2. Cut 3. Abrasion 4. Fracture 5. Surgery 6. Infection Chronic Obesity Diet Sedentary lifestyle Decreased Immunity Silent normal aging

Leaky Gut Results in an Inflammatory Response Food, toxins, yeast, or parasites leak through the damage wall of the intestines Undetected by Normal Testing T Helper Cells Imbalanced B Cells Mistake and Attack Tissue May Trigger Allergies and Auto Immune Diseases Malfunctioning of Your Immune System Food Sensitivities

Belly and Brain on Fire & Central Nervous System Auto Immune diseases Parkinsons Dementia Alzheimer s ADHD Depression Austism Spectrum disorders MS Migraines Mental Illness

Restoring Gut Health 1. Remove --offending foods and toxins 2. Repair heal the damaged intestinal lining 3. Restore optimal bacterial flora population 4. Replace make sure you have proper enzymes needed for digestion and hydrochloric acid

Action Plan Anti-inflammatory Meal Plan Fortify the intestines & reduce gut permeability Increase good bacteria levels with a quality probiotic, fermented foods and drinks. Identify if you are in need of Hydrochloric acid and/or enzymes Good Essential Fats, coconut oils, DHA Vitamin D Tumeric, Alpha Lipoic Acid, antioxidants

Foods That Harm, Foods that Heal Inflammatory Foods Excess animal protein, including whole milk, & uncultured dairy High fat processed foods Sugar and white flour Anti-inflammatory Foods All fruits and vegetables Cold water fish salmon, sardines, tuna Almonds, walnuts, seeds Olive oil, walnut oil Avocado

Build a Better Body 300 Billion Cells at a Time Our body replaces 300 billion cells a day...you can support your own renewal 35% of our cellular health is determined by genetics the other 65% is up to us Your personal seesaw of damage and repair

Gaining Control Over Carb Cravings Balance blood sugar by eating carbohydrates with protein Choose Whole grains include non-gluten grains such as brown rice, quinoa, amaranth, buckwheat groats and limit to two to three servings a day. Increase intake of quality protein to four servings per day Read labels increase awareness of the amount of sugar added to our food Eat more plant based foods Exercise

Summary 1. Gastrointestinal tract importance of HCL, enzymes, bacteria, fungi, and viruses 2. The Microbiome how it gets out of balance and how damage occurs 3. Intestinal Flora the body relies on a healthy GI to nourish and supply nutrients cellularly 4. Leaky Gut confuses the immune system and sets up an inflammatory response 5. Restoring gut health involves removing offending foods, toxins, restoring microbiome with beneficial flora, repairing damage, and replacing enzymes and HCL as needed.

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