Gut Microbiome
Where the gut microbiome is primarily located in the GI tract
Large Intestine
Does the term 'Gut Health' mean the same to everyone?
No
There are more ______ cells in your gut than anywhere else in your body outside of your brain.
nerve
The best way to maintain a healthy microbiome is to eat a ______ of fresh, wholefoods, mainly from plant sources like fruits, vegetables, legumes, beans, nuts and wholegrains.
range
You can think of your gut microbiome as a diverse native _____
garden
________ symptoms such as gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea and heartburn are signs you may have poor gut health.
Digestive
What healthcare providers refer to as the gut-brain ____ is the network of nerves that connect your brain and gut and send signals back and forth.
axis
Drinking enough of this vital liquid will keep you hydrated and improve gut health.
Water
Research shows that our gut microbiome can affect _______ organ in our body.
every
As we age, natural cycles _____ _____ and don't work as well.
slow down
There's a significant overlap among people who have IBS and who have mental health disorders, like _____ and ________.
anxiety, depression
Not getting enough or sufficient quality of _____ may impact your gut microbiome and may contribute to digestive discomfort
sleep
All food is ultimately broken down in the gut to a simple form to provide our bodies with ________
nutrients
You may be able to improve your gut health through ______ and ______ changes.
lifestyle, diet
Your nervous system also works closely with your endocrine system, which produces _________ that communicate things like hunger, fullness and stress.
hormones
_____ can affect the function of our gut, for example, the digestion and absorption of nutrients, how quickly or slowly things move through and the quality of our stools.
Fiber
Most of the microorganisms in our guts have a ________ relationship with us, their hosts.
symbiotic
Overuse of this prescribed drug can lead to poor gut health.
antibiotics
________ gastrointestinal disorders are those that cause persistent symptoms but don't have any obvious physical cause.
Functional
_______-________ foods retain their nutritional value and do not usually have added sugar, salt, unhealthy fats or additives such as emulsifiers and artificial sweeteners, all of which may impact your gut health.
minimally-processed