Why gut health is critical
Given the intimate relationship between our gut and your brain—the two brains if you will—it makes perfect sense that we would want to ensure we are providing the best support and nourishment for their optimal function. That’s why our food choices are so important, as is our microbiome (the vast array of microorganisms in our gut). Keeping our gut bacteria in balance is a key element in overall health.
Some very common health challenges can be caused by an imbalance of healthy bacteria in our gut.
Autoimmune Disorders
Experts are not exactly sure what causes autoimmune diseases, but one popular theory is that they develop when there is an abundance of bad bacteria in the gut. Some autoimmune diseases include multiple sclerosis, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, rheumatoid arthritis, and psoriasis, among many others.