Maintaining good gut health is crucial for overall well-being, influencing everything from digestion and metabolism to immunity. Conversely, poor gut health can lead to various diseases. Understanding the causes of gut health deterioration is essential for prevention and improvement. Nutritionist Anjali Mukerjee recently shared an Instagram post outlining “How Good Gut Health Becomes Bad,” highlighting six pathways contributing to dysbiosis, an imbalance marked by the overgrowth of harmful bacteria.
The pathways include:
- Consumption of excessive sweets and processed foods made from refined flour, such as pizzas, pastas, white bread, breakfast cereals, cakes, ice creams, and desserts.
- Gut infections.
- Low stomach acid levels.
- Exposure to environmental toxins.
- Overuse of antibiotics.
- Chronic stress.
Experts guide fostering beneficial gut bacteria. She suggests increasing dietary fiber and incorporating a high-quality probiotic. Sources of fiber include vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and psyllium husk (Isabgol).
The post concludes with a disclaimer, emphasizing that the information provided is for educational purposes and is not intended to diagnose or treat medical conditions. Mukerjee advises consulting with a healthcare professional or visiting her health centers for personalized medical advice and treatment plans.
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