{"id":893,"date":"2019-01-22T15:00:53","date_gmt":"2019-01-22T15:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/c1mdevsite.com\/evexipel.com\/?p=893"},"modified":"2019-05-30T13:14:49","modified_gmt":"2019-05-30T18:14:49","slug":"keep-your-gut-happy-with-these-foods","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/c1mdevsite.com\/evexipel.com\/keep-your-gut-happy-with-these-foods\/","title":{"rendered":"Keep Your Gut Happy With These Foods"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><em>Article Reviewed By <a href=\"https:\/\/c1mdevsite.com\/evexipel.com\/faculty-and-advisory-board\/\">The Medical Faculty and Advisory Review Board<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve kept up with our previous posts, then you probably have a good idea about<strong> how important the connection between gut health and our hormones really is<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>When it comes to keeping your hormones in balance and healthy, <strong>your first line of defense is nutrition<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Today, we want to go over some good diet guidelines for maintaining a healthy gut as well as a few surprising substances you may not realize are doing your gut harm.<\/p>\n<h2>Fiber and Fermented Foods<\/h2>\n<p>All of these issues are signs of poor gut health.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Digestive issues (bloating, gas, diarrhea)<\/li>\n<li>Chronic bad breath<\/li>\n<li>Food intolerances<\/li>\n<li>Eczema<\/li>\n<li>Suppressed immunity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re dealing with any of these symptoms or would like to keep your gut in tip-top shape, here are the best foods to keep everything working optimally.<\/p>\n<p><strong>We recommend doing some sort of cleanse before working to restore gut health<\/strong>.\u00a0Most EvexiPEL providers are well versed in gut health and can help you come up with a sustainable plan.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/c1mdevsite.com\/evexipel.com\/provider-directory\/\">Find the EvexiPEL provider<\/a> nearest to you to get started.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Insoluble Fiber<\/h3>\n<p>Foods like kidney beans, fruits (especially bananas and apples), and veggies are high in insoluble fiber and can have a cleansing effect on your system. <strong>Incorporating more of these into your daily diet can help keep your system clear and your gut happy<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<h3>2. Kraut<\/h3>\n<p>When talking about gut health and diet, you likely hear a lot about fermented foods; that\u2019s because <strong>they introduce healthy bacteria back into your gut<\/strong> that will eventually push out the unhealthy bacteria.<\/p>\n<p>You can look up recipes for homemade sauerkraut for the full nutrients or check local health food stores for a jar or two.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Kimchi<\/h3>\n<p>Need a little more fire than what kraut has to offer? T<strong>he Korean counterpart to kraut, kimchi, is a gut power food<\/strong>! Typically, kimchi is made from a fish stock base, but you can look for plant-based options as well.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Broccoli<\/h3>\n<p>Research has shown this bright green veggie to have <strong>very positive effects on intestinal health<\/strong>. This actually extends to the whole cruciferous family, so add in cauliflower, kale, cabbage, or even Brussels sprouts for the same effect.<\/p>\n<h3>5. Flaxseed<\/h3>\n<p>Do you like to add seeds to your smoothies, salads, or even just to snack on? <strong>Search for freshly ground flaxseed, or ground yourself, to get all the nutrients<\/strong>. When left whole the seeds will simply pass through your system without being digested.<\/p>\n<h3>6. Garlic<\/h3>\n<p>An especially easy spice to add to your diet! Studies have shown garlic to have <strong>preventative properties for gastrointestinal issues<\/strong> as well as boosting the production of good gut microbes.<\/p>\n<h2>Negative Eating Habits<\/h2>\n<p>These six foods are relatively easy to incorporate into any diet! We hope that you can find a combination that works for you in your journey to better gut health.<\/p>\n<p>To ensure you\u2019re doing the best you can for your gut health, here are few foods and <strong>eating habits you may be surprised to learn can have negative impacts on your gut health<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Not Eating a Diverse Range of Food<\/h3>\n<p>Unfortunately, if you\u2019re a picky eater, you may want to push yourself out of your comfort zone a little more. When we don\u2019t eat enough varying foods, <strong>our gut bacteria is limited<\/strong> and may not be able to recover from infection, illness, or even antibiotic use.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Excess Alcohol Consumption<\/h3>\n<p>Chronic alcohol consumption is a huge red flag for our gut health. <strong>Certain liquors, like gin, can actually kill off good bacteria that keeps our gut in good shape<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Lack of Exercise<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Being physically active is crucial to our health<\/strong> in so many ways. Whether you\u2019re going on long walks, riding a bike, hitting up the gym, or even gardening a few hours a week you need to be moving around!<\/p>\n<h3>4. Poor Sleep<\/h3>\n<p>Much like exercise, regular sleep is important for a happy gut. <strong>Our gut follows our circadian rhythm and body clock<\/strong>, so regular disturbances can have negative effects on your gut.<\/p>\n<h3>5. Unmanaged Stress<\/h3>\n<p>Easier said than done, but it\u2019s worth highlighting: you must take action to reduce stress. A healthy gut requires a <strong>balance between mental and physical wellbeing<\/strong>. Repeated stress can alter gut bacteria and increase sensitivity. Talk to your doctor about ways to reduce stress.<\/p>\n<h2>We Can Help<\/h2>\n<p>As you work to get your gut health balanced, we hope that these tips will be helpful starting points. When you\u2019re ready to put your wellness on the right path, <strong>find a provider that aligns with your needs and goals<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<p>EvexiPEL providers strive to take a holistic approach to health and healing. <strong>You can find the provider nearest to you <a href=\"https:\/\/c1mdevsite.com\/evexipel.com\/provider-directory\/\">here<\/a><\/strong>!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/en\/appetite-broccoli-brocoli-broccolli-1238251\/\">Image attribution<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Article Reviewed By The Medical Faculty and Advisory Review Board If you\u2019ve kept up with our previous posts, then you probably have a good idea about how important&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":894,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[11,13,9],"tags":[78,77,76],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/c1mdevsite.com\/evexipel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/893"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/c1mdevsite.com\/evexipel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/c1mdevsite.com\/evexipel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/c1mdevsite.com\/evexipel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/c1mdevsite.com\/evexipel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=893"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/c1mdevsite.com\/evexipel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/893\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/c1mdevsite.com\/evexipel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/894"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/c1mdevsite.com\/evexipel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=893"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/c1mdevsite.com\/evexipel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=893"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/c1mdevsite.com\/evexipel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=893"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}