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Our poor digestion can be the cause of many health related problems. When the stomach gets upset, many problems like skin related problems and weak immunity can occur. Apart from this, it also affects the mood. Therefore it is very important to have a better gut. Gut health means that part of the digestive system that extends from the mouth to the colon i.e. large intestine. It is very important to keep it right, so that many health related problems can be prevented. In such a situation, you should take great care of some things.
Some daily bad eating and lifestyle habits harm gut health such as excessive caffeine, alcohol and smoking consumption. Not getting enough sleep, not keeping the body active, not drinking the right amount of water and taking too much stress can also harm gut health. In such a situation, if gut health deteriorates, these signs can be seen in the body.
What do experts say?
Gastroenterology doctor Sachin HJ told that if your digestive system is working properly then energy remains in the body, skin looks clear, mood remains good and sleep also becomes peaceful. But you can guess from these symptoms whether your gut health is deteriorating or not. If your stomach is emptying normally once or twice daily without any problem, there is no gas or heaviness in the stomach, you do not feel bloated after eating and your appetite seems normal, then understand that your gut health is fine.
These signs are visible
At the same time, if there is frequent flatulence, constipation, inability to clean the stomach, mouth ulcers or feeling tired again and again, these can be symptoms of poor gut health. This shows that the balance of gut bacteria is disturbed. Consultant – Gastroenterology of Regency Hospital said that in such a situation, avoid junk food, processed food and eating late at night. Apart from this, include curd, buttermilk, fruits, green vegetables and fiber rich foods in your diet. Eating right, sleeping 7 to 8 hours daily and managing stress can help in maintaining good gut health naturally.
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Fiber rich foods
Helps in improving gut health. It reduces the problem of constipation and provides nutrition to the good bacteria present in the intestines. Many fruits, vegetables, pulses, whole grains and many other things are good sources of fiber. Which you can include in your diet in a balanced manner
adopt a good lifestyle
Being under too much stress is not only harmful for mental health but also for our overall health, which also includes gut health. Because during stress, the body produces some hormones, whose excess affects the body and can also worsen gut health.
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Apart from this, take 7 to 8 hours of sleep daily. Eat food at the right time and chew it slowly. Drink the right amount of water to keep the body hydrated. Include prebiotic and probiotic foods in your diet in a balanced manner. Eat as much as you are hungry. Also take a balanced diet.
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