Gut Bacteria and how to improve it!

The microbiota is a critical player in our metabolism and our immunity. Today we are still learning about these trillion species that are hosting us. I am not sure if we will ever fully understand them. We know that the deeper we go into the colon, the more diverse and dense the bacteria. Getting a diverse diet and lots of fiber and prebiotics feed these but also improve our brain-to-gut axis via the vagus nerve has a bi-directional feedback loop that originates in the gut. This bio-feedback loop constantly communicates via the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA) and has several functions; in fact, that's another book. The biofeedback loop corresponds to the Central nervous system continuously. One of the roles is helping to uptake hormones produced by the enteroendocrine cells (EEC). Many hormones, such as serotonin, and tryptophan, originate in the gut. The microbiome aids in taking these hormones. To the vagus nerve, The HPA axis is a biofeedback look via showing the negative emotions affecting may cause dysbiosis or unhealth of the bacteria. This leads to gut permeability when experiencing chronic negative emotions or trauma that also affect our digestive health. Science now shows those who have experienced excess trauma or stress may struggle with digestive issues due to these events.

How to improve it:

1. Colon Hydrotherapy: clean out dysbiosis unhealthy bacteria and keep them maintained
2. Eat whole foods
3. Drink lots of water
4. Take probiotics and eat cultured foods
5. Self-care
6. Practice emotional health regulation
7. Be mindful
8. Work toward a diverse diet; understanding this may take time.
9. Shop the perimeter of the grocery store, farmers' market
10. Find your tribe; ask for help!

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