Experts from AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center have associated the inside of the small intestine with a towel covered with millions of little loops (called villi), which are further covered with millions of little fibers known as microvilli. If the gut is leaky, those fibers get matted thereby hampering regrowth and the absorption of nutrients from food, and the vicious cycle continues because the villi need those nutrients to survive.
It is important to note that the body needs the components in their real, fresh food to support gut health. Whole foods are full of vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients, plus the enzymes the small intestine needs. You can also prioritize non-starchy vegetables and lean proteins by eating plenty of good, whole-food which helps strengthen cellular membranes. Therefore as the body heals, it will trigger the elimination of toxins and other byproducts through the large intestine. And for this to happen effectively, the body will need lots of fiber in form of roughages from the foodstuff from colorful vegetables, berries, legumes, nuts, seeds, and whole-kernel grains. Doctor Akoury advises that one should work towards taking at least 30 grams of fiber a day.
The most plentiful free amino acid in the body; glutamine supports the immune system and digestion by fueling the cells that line the small intestine. Glutamine supports the intestinal lining. The FDA does not recommend a particular amount of glutamine in the romal diet.
Omega-3s, particularly EPA and DHA, support inflammatory response.
Once your body has patched up the leaks in the gut, you need to help it grow a healthy layer of good bacteria flora that helps protect the GI tract and assist with digestion. These beneficial bacteria support your immune system, improve metabolism, and aid in the absorption of minerals. The two most important groups are lactobacilli and bifidobacteria.
High-intensity probiotic support rejuvenates and replenishes a microbiome.
Limiting sugar, dairy, gluten, soy, and the chemical additives found in many processed foods can provide relief. A properly conducted elimination diet can help you pinpoint which foods are causing trouble: you can test this by eliminating a given foodstuff for some time maybe two weeks, then reinstating it and observations of the effects.
Keeping records of what you feed on how they affect you is very important. Any feeling of bloat, fatigue, or gassy would mean that food items must be added to your elimination list. Most likely your gut is telling you what foods it is sensitive to and obedience would be very necessary.
Alcohol taxes the liver and steals nutrients from the gut.
Leaky gut can be instigated by any number of pathogenic microorganisms and parasites that thrive in the gut’s warm, mucosal environment. If food-level interventions aren’t helping, find a healthcare practitioner to run tests and administer treatment to you.
Finally, once you’ve got your gut on the road to wellness, it’s time to focus on lasting lifestyle changes. Here are two key strategies for supporting ongoing gut health:
This may sound off the show but nonetheless before taking your first bite, look at your food and take in its aroma. This will trigger the cephalic phase of digestion, an initial release of enzymes that help break down your food. And as you eat, chew thoroughly, paying attention to your food’s flavor and texture. Avoid multitasking or rushing while you eat. Take pauses and breaths between bites, allowing your digestive system to keep pace.
Under stress, the body’s nervous system kicks into fight-or-flight mode the opposite of its rest-and-digest mode. Recalibrate by cultivating a calmer, more centered state. Consider a daily meditation or yoga practice. Or on a stressful day, swap heavy weightlifting for a tai-chi class. Take note that each time when you change your thoughts you change your physiology as well.
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