Is your gut trying to tell you something?
Your gut health is more important than you think. It plays a key role in your overall well-being, affecting everything from your mood to your skin to your immune system. If your gut is out of balance, it can throw off your whole body. So how do you know if your gut needs some love and attention?
Here are five signs to look out for:
1. Digestive problems
If you experience frequent bloating, gas, constipation or diarrhea, it may be a sign that your gut needs treatment. These symptoms indicate that your digestive system is not working optimally and may be struggling to break down and absorb nutrients.
2. Food sensitivities
Do certain foods make you uncomfortable or cause an allergic reaction? This can be a sign of gut imbalance. When your gut lining is damaged, it can become more permeable, allowing undigested food particles to enter your bloodstream and trigger an immune response.
3. Low energy levels
If you feel tired and sluggish all the time despite getting enough sleep, it could be a sign that your gut isn’t absorbing nutrients properly. When your gut is healthy, it helps break down and absorb nutrients from the food you eat, giving you the energy you need to thrive.
4. Mood swings and anxiety
Believe it or not, your gut health can have a significant impact on your mental health. The gut and brain are connected through the gut-brain axis, and imbalances in the gut can lead to neurotransmitter imbalances, affecting your mood and contributing to anxiety and depression.
5. Skin problems
Have you struggled with acne, eczema or other skin problems? Your gut health could be to blame. Inflammation in the gut can manifest as inflammation in the skin, leading to various skin conditions. Treating your gut can help improve the health and appearance of your skin.
If you’re experiencing any of these signs, it’s time to show your gut some love and start the healing process. Incorporating gut-healing foods into your diet, such as bone broth, probiotic-rich foods, ginger, turmeric, fiber-rich foods, and omega-3 fatty acids can help restore balance and promote a healthy gut. For more tips on getting healthy and help banishing your bloat, check out my NEW Feel Good Gut Guide!
We’ll also be kicking off this new guide with our FIRST food challenge, Feel Good 14, starting February 19th!