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April 20, 2023 By GOQii Leave a Comment

Good Gut Health: Why It Matters

Good gut health - why it matters

Our gut, or digestive system, is a complex network of organs and tissues that work together to break down food and absorb nutrients. But did you know that the health of your gut can impact much more than just your digestion? 

Why Does Good Gut Health Matter? 

As per the GOQii India Fit Report 2022 – 2023, we found that 23% of Seniors suffered from acidity and indigestion issues. 27% older adults reported facing issues with constipation. We also noticed that acidity issues among women have increased from 12% in 2021 to 20% in 2022.

Maintaining good gut health can help combat the aforementioned issues. It is essential for overall health and well-being. Here are a few more reasons why good gut health is necessary. 

  • Digestion: The most obvious role of the gut is in digestion. When we eat, food is broken down into smaller molecules that can be absorbed into the bloodstream and used by our body for energy and other functions. A healthy gut can break food down more efficiently, leading to better nutrient absorption and improved overall health.
  • Immune function: Did you know that the gut is home to a large portion of the body’s immune system? This is because the gut is exposed to a wide range of harmful pathogens and bacteria that can cause illness. A healthy gut can help protect against these invaders, keeping the body healthy and disease-free.
  • Mental health: Recent research has suggested that the gut and brain are closely connected and that the health of the gut can impact mental health and well-being. The gut produces many of the same neurotransmitters that are involved in mood regulation, such as serotonin and dopamine. In fact, some studies have even shown that certain probiotics can improve symptoms of anxiety and depression.
  • Hormone regulation: The gut is also involved in hormone regulation, which can impact many aspects of our health. For example, the gut produces hormones that regulate appetite, metabolism, and energy balance. A healthy gut can help ensure that these hormones are balanced, leading to better overall health.
  • Energy production: The gut is also involved in the production of energy. Specifically, the gut microbiota (the community of microorganisms that live in the gut) produce short-chain fatty acids that can be used as a source of energy by the body. A healthy gut can produce more of these beneficial fatty acids, leading to increased energy and better overall health.

What Can You Do To Improve Your Gut Health? 

  1. Eat a balanced diet that is high in fiber and low in processed foods
  2. Avoid foods that can damage the gut, such as sugar and refined carbohydrates
  3. Exercise regularly to support a healthy gut
  4. Take a high-quality probiotic supplement to support the gut microbiota
  5. Reduce stress, as chronic stress can damage the gut and impact overall health.

By taking care of your gut through eating the right meals, exercising and reducing stress, you can improve your digestion, immune function, mental health, hormone regulation, and energy production. So take care of your gut and your body will thank you for it! 

If this article helped you, let us know in the comments below. You can browse through more articles on Gut Health here. To get this information directly from an expert, speak to a GOQii Coach by subscribing for Personalised Health Coaching here. 

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January 18, 2023 By Vandana Juneja 1 Comment

Effective Ways To Improve Gut Health

How to improve gut healthGut health – we all have heard this term and we also know that keeping our gut healthy is desirable and advantageous to our overall well- being. A healthy gut is important not only for our digestive system, but our immune system, heart health, brain health, maintaining optimum weight and many other aspects of health.

How Do We Know That Our Gut Health Is Good?

Well, there has to be a balance between the good and bad gut microbiome that are present in our digestive system. The microbiome present in our body consists of trillions of bacteria, fungi, yeast and other microbes, the bacterial cells being the most. In fact, there are more bacterial cells in our body than human cells! It is not wrong to say that the microbiome function as an organ and that too a very crucial one for our overall health.

When our gut health is not good, the symptoms that one can face include indigestion, bloating, constipation, acidity, acid reflux, chronic fatigue, acne, inflamed and aching joints, anxiety, depression and so on. So, it is very important to check for the root cause and fix it, rather than taking temporary measures.

Effective Ways To Improve Gut Health

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  • Include Fibre in your diet: Fibre helps to regulate bowel movements by absorbing water into the colon, making the stools soft and easy to pass through the intestines. Good sources of fibre include- fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, beans and pulses.
  • Have foods rich in Prebiotics: Prebiotics are basically food for the gut microflora that humans cannot digest but keeps the gut bacteria healthy. These include fibre from legumes, beans, oats, banana, berries, asparagus, apples, garlic, onion and leeks.
  • Include Probiotics in your daily diet: Probiotics are live bacteria found in certain foods and supplements. These include curd, yogurt, fermented food items like Kombucha, Kimchi, Sauerkraut, Kefir and pickles. Before taking probiotic supplements, it is advisable to consult your physician first.
  • Drink plenty of water: Drink eight glasses (about 2 litres) of water each day to keep yourself hydrated. This is a general guideline as the exact water requirement depends on your body weight, activity levels and the environmental condition.
  • Reduce/Manage stress levels: Stress can have a major impact on our gut health because it affects the regulation of hormones and neurotransmitters that control your gastrointestinal function. So, if you are feeling stressed, seek help or try to manage it with meditation, yoga, exercise, pursuing a hobby, talking to family and friends.
  • Avoid Processed/Sugary food items: Sugar feeds bad bacteria in our gut which can cause bloating, discomfort and gas. So avoiding or reducing sugar intake can help promote good bacteria growth. Similarly, processed foods are stripped of the majority of nutrients and are loaded with artificial colours, preservatives, sweeteners, trans fats – all of these increase inflammation in the body and impact gut health.
  • Exercise regularly: Regular exercise is one of the best ways to improve your gut health, as it helps build immunity to fight against viruses and bacterial infections. So, the more active you are, the healthier gut you will have!
  • Sleep well: The quality of your sleep can affect your gut health, so get your 7-8 hours of good quality sleep. Follow a good sleep hygiene, avoid using electronic gadgets before sleep and avoid caffeine late in the day. You can also practice deep breathing or meditation to induce sleep.
  • Antibiotics: Avoid taking antibiotics unnecessarily, as they kill the bad as well as good bacteria in the gut. In case it is unavoidable, do include probiotics in your diet to replenish the lost good bacteria.
  • Avoid Alcohol: Alcohol causes depletion in gut bacteria and inflammation, so it is better to avoid or limit your intake.

These simple yet very effective ways will help you keep your gut healthy and contribute to your overall wellbeing. If this article helped you, let us know in the comments below!

For more on maintaining and improving Gut Health, check out Healthy Reads. You can also speak to an expert by subscribing for GOQii’s Personalised Health Coaching here: https://goqiiapp.page.link/bsr

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