s n g i s 5 OF AN UNHEALTHY GUT WORDS BY LOUISA EMHOF
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e’re all well acquainted with the occasional upset stomach after eating something that doesn’t quite agree
with us. But chronic symptoms can
be a sign of something else going on. Paying attention
to how you’re feeling and responding appropriately can
save you some time and money and make you feel a whole lot better.
UNHEALTHY GUT SYMPTOMS There are several ways to determine whether you have a healthy or unhealthy gut. Your microbiome consists of trillions of microorganisms, sometimes called microbes or microbiota, working together to ensure your body functions properly. When your gut’s balance is disrupted, it affects other areas of your body. The microbiome of billions of “good” and “bad” bacteria you have in your gut is pretty sensitive to its surroundings and responds to adverse circumstances by letting you know that it isn’t happy. The “good” bacteria in your gut can be overwhelmed by the “bad” bacteria, causing an unhealthy system with severe side effects. There are a myriad of signs that your gut is unhealthy. Here are a few of the most common and recognizable symptoms:
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