5 Groups of Diseases That Can Be Avoided by Taking Care of Gut Microbiota

There are more than 1,000 types of microorganisms in the intestines, with a total number of more than 100 trillion. They mainly consist of bacteria, fungi, and yeast. Each type lives in the digestive tract in a mutually beneficial relationship with our body. Each person has a similar pattern and amount of these microorganisms, but no one’s gut microbiota is exactly the same. This is known as each person’s unique balance of gut microbiota.

Good gut health comes from a healthy balance of gut microbiota, which helps support both physical and mental well-being. The 5 groups of diseases that can be avoided by taking care of the balance of gut microbiota include:

1. Diseases Caused by a Deficiency of Essential Nutrients

Many types of gut microbiota work together to help digest food and support nutrient absorption. They also help produce many beneficial substances, such as various vitamins, hormones, neurotransmitters, and certain important amino acids. Therefore, if the balance of gut microbiota is disrupted, it may lead to a deficiency of certain essential substances that the body needs, which can result in physical or mental health problems.

2. Obesity or Being Overweight

A change in the balance of gut microbiota may lead to obesity or diabetes, as the function of gut microbiota affects fat accumulation, glucose metabolism, and the body’s response to hormones that stimulate hunger.

3. Autoimmune Diseases

There are more than 80 diseases or conditions in this group. They occur when our immune system attacks our own cells, tissues, or organs. Most causes are related to an imbalance of gut microbiota, which leads to inflammation and increased permeability of the intestinal lining, also known as leaky gut. This can create a hyperactive immune condition in the bloodstream, causing the immune system to attack our own tissues. Examples of diseases in this group include SLE, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes (type 2), thyroid disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and others.

4. Brain and Mood Disorders

The digestive tract has its own nervous system, called the Enteric Nervous System, or ENS. It consists of more than 100 million nerve cells and works automatically, without following commands from the brain. However, the ENS can stimulate brain function through chemicals produced by gut bacteria, such as serotonin and dopamine. If the brain lacks these substances, it may lead to depression and a reduced ability to cope with stress.

5. Cancer

An imbalance of gut microbiota can cause inflammation both in the intestines and throughout the body, which may lead to cancer, such as colon cancer, breast cancer, liver cancer, and others. Therefore, take good care of your gut microbiota for strong health and protection from disease.

 

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