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Ever get a gut feeling or butterflies in your tummy !? Well there’s a reason ....enkephalins (a member of the endorphin family) are found in the gut and can influence our mood, in fact, we produce roughly 30 different neurotransmitters in our gut Our gut microbiome also has 360x more protein coding DNA than we do Your body contains a separate nervous system (known as the enteric nervous system) that is located in the tissues that line not only your stomach, but also your esophagus, small intestines and colon Mechanism of Action 101-Probiotics can actually attach themselves to the intestinal wall (enhancement of the epithelial barrier) and produce a mildly acidic environment, killing pathogens, as well as stimulate B lymphocyte and alpha- interferon production .. two key regulators in your immune health; they can also modulate fecal enzyme activities associated with the metabolization of bile salts and can inactivate carcinogens and other xenobiotics Don’t stress so much (this changes our gut bacteria ratio), eat more resistant starch and prebiotic rich foods to feed the “good” bacteria (add foods like raw honey, garlic, natto, ginger and kombucha) and look for specific strains of bacteria as opposed to mega high doses of CFUs for therapeutic efficacy when dealing with probiotic supplementation #briannaapproved #guthealth #probiotics #functionalmedicine #gutgeek #prebiotics #CFUs (at AMP’D Fitness) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLrP6pujwJv/?igshid=l1yu3xwofzu7

Ever get a gut feeling or butterflies in your tummy !? Well there’s a reason ....enkephalins (a member of the endorphin family) are found in the gut and can influence our mood, in fact, we produce roughly 30 different neurotransmitters in our gut —— Our gut microbiome also has 360x more protein coding DNA than we do ——- Your body contains a separate nervous system (known as the enteric nervous system) that is located in the tissues that line not only your stomach, but also your esophagus, small intestines and colon ——- Mechanism of Action 101-Probiotics can actually attach themselves to the intestinal wall (enhancement of the epithelial barrier) and produce a mildly acidic environment, killing pathogens, as well as stimulate B lymphocyte and alpha- interferon production .. two key regulators in your immune health; they can also modulate fecal enzyme activities associated with the metabolization of bile salts and can inactivate carcinogens and other xenobiotics ——— Don’t stress so much (this changes our gut bacteria ratio), eat more resistant starch and prebiotic rich foods to feed the “good” bacteria (add foods like raw honey, garlic, natto, ginger and kombucha) and look for specific strains of bacteria as opposed to mega high doses of CFUs for therapeutic efficacy when dealing with probiotic supplementation —— #briannaapproved diet #guthealth #probiotics #functionalmedicine #gutgeek #prebiotics #CFUs (at The Wine Loft Pier Village) https://www.instagram.com/p/B880SKbASxh/?igshid=nh3ieql083zf

In functional medicine, the goal is root cause analysis so that you can identify and remove triggers and repeat offenders. Dysbiosis is a common cause of many health problems and can be caused by: ✔️Use of antibiotics/OTCs/ Birth control ✔️Gut infections (inflammation in GI tract) damages to intestinal wall – lead to MMC issues ) often the root cause of leaky gut ✔️Low stomach acid/ low digestive enzymes ✔️Stress & diet (even eating foods you are intolerant to, as well as alcohol) ___ Dysbiosis sets up the body for a sequence of mal adaptive responses which can leading to inflammation, followed by a host of vague and various symptoms such as IBS, IBD, autoimmunity, thyroid and adrenal issues, cortisol dysregulation, sleep issues, neurological conditions, brain fog, hormone and nutrient imbalances and of course general GI discomfort ____ Having weak digestion and dysbiosis can lead to ✔️Large food particles, bacteria, and viruses entering the blood stream, which can trigger allergic reactions and increased systemic inflammation ✔️Increased stress on the body, which can trigger the release of the stress hormone cortisol —— This may lead to 🔹Fatigue, blood sugar dysregulation, and suppressed immune function 🔹Reabsorption of toxic chemicals in the GI tract that would normally be excreted with stool can be absorbed and sent to the liver, adding additional burden to the liver’s already heavy load 🔹Autoimmune disease, allergies, chemical sensitives, headaches, fatigue ___ Remove anything damaging or irritating to the GI tract, which includes pathogens, parasites, food, people (energy vampires), negative thoughts and poor quality supplements and Repair the GI tract lining and replace low enzyme and HCL production through an individualize supplement protocol _____ #briannapproved #gutgeek #guthealth #adrenals #thyroid #cortisol #probiotics #guthealing #leakygut (at Costa Mesa, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/BvopLiuHYYq/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=b04mo8dc91bo

Did you know 74% of Americans suffer from digestive disorders!? ____ You can use spices and herbs to not only increase the nutrient bio-availability of your food, but also support digestion and increase absorption ____ Use black pepper, as it can boost acid production and increase nutrient absorption; Ginger has been found to protect the stomaching lining, support a healthy intestinal microbial enviorment and boost the production of digestive juices _____ 🔹Cardamom can reduce gas, bloating and excessive mucus production (which can happen if you eat too much dairy) 🔹Cumin and Coriander can cool the stomach, while supporting stomach acid, bile flow and enzyme production 🔹Fennel has been found to be effective for gas, bloating and support lymphatic circulation, in fact, fennel seeds traditionally are used to support the intestinal lacteals, which are small projections (similar to villi) which help with nutrient absorption, particularly fats ______ Bitter roots, such as dandelion root, burdock root, prickly ash, Oregon grape root, yellow dock, fennel, blue flag root and gentian can support liver and gallbladder health, while also promoting the production of bile acids and digestive enzymes; additional foods that can stimulate bile production and support liver health include beets, radishes, artichokes, olives, apples and celery ____ Having enough stomach acid is KEY for optimizing digestion, encouraging drainage of the lymphatic system, increasing bile and pancreatic enzyme flow and supporting overall digestion. Low stomach acid is often the culprit of many digestive issues (bloating, gas, belching, heartburn, indigestion, GERD) to having too much! _____ You can increase stomach acid production by avoiding anti-acids (as this will make the problem worse long term) and using natural digestive enzymes such ginger root, pineapple, peppermint, oregano, apple cider vinegar and fermented foods (pending you don’t have bacteria overgrowth or histamine intolerances) _____ #briannaapproved #digestivehealth #gutgeek #spiceupyourlife #guthealth #paleo #primal #foodbaby #functionalmedicine #holistichealth #bloatedbelly #bloating (at Influx Cafe Little Italy) https://www.instagram.com/p/BvPAEtAnGKj/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=a82sulhvvowf

Did you know we can distinguish between leanness and obesity with 90 percent accuracy just from looking at your gut bacteria!? ——— Strains such as lactobacillus helveticus, lactobacillus Casei, bifodobacterium longum and lactobacillus rhamnosus have been studied to reduce anxiety and depressive like symptoms, influence alterations in GABA levels and support a healthy stress response ——- Dybiosis and lack of microbial diversity has been linked to poor mood, anxiety, lack of concentration and dysregulated cortisol response and weight management ——— Scientists have found certain microbes to be able to extract more calories and nutrients from the same food, while some microbes can extract less calories, showing us that specific strains of bacteria have been linked to not only digestive function, but our ability to absorb and assimilate nutrients ——- Restoring a healthy mix of microbes and various bacterial strains (not just a shit ton of CFUs) is essential in restoring health and your ability to lose weight; When picking a probiotic it is not the one with most bacteria (or CFUs) but rather the number of different strains, because different strains of bacteria have slightly different functions and are concentrated in various places throughout the body ——— Studies in overweight children shown a reduction in beneficial bacteria, such as Bifidobacteria, and an increase in pathogenic bacteria, such as Staphylococcus, can lead to obesity and weight gain ——— Focus on researching and picking the right strains of probiotics and increasing micro risk diversity .... not doing a “juice cleanse” or drinking some shit green powder with a proprietary blend of probiotics —- #briannaapproved #gutgeek #guthealth #probiotics #prebiotics #holistichealth #sibo #weightloss #anxiety #macros #cfus #brainhealth (at 24 Hour Fitness - Costa Mesa, CA) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpzhkTcnLxV/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1knx2vgi6s2nf

Bacteria in the gut can change the way our body exchanges energy from food; people who were found to have great microbial diversity in their gut bacteria were more efficient at breaking down food, while poor gut bacteria can lead to malnutrition, which can lead to decreased ability to make important vitamins, such as Vitamins B and K as well as insufficient production of enzymes ——— Adding the world’s best probiotics to your diet won’t do much to improve your gut health if your lifestyle is toxic to these delicate microbes; habits such as drinking chlorinated and unfiltered water, taking antibiotics (which includes eating non organic sources of protein), eating the wrong kinds of foods (fake fats, sugars and processed crap including bullshit energy drinks and pre-workouts etc), stress, environmental estrogens (home cleaning and cosmetic products) and OTCS (including birth control, Advil and Tylenol, anti-acids etc) can all disrupt the delicate balance of beneficial bacteria in your gut ——— The food you eat affects the composition of your gut profile! Incorporate more pre-biotic rich and fermented foods, as well as foods high in resistant starch, fiber and reducing our intake of sugar, processed and refined grains and non-organic produce and meats —- “Instead of counting calories when trying to slim down, we should be looking at how to shape our microbiome in a way that influences calorie extraction from food” —- #briannaapproved #gutgeek #guthealth #probiotics #strains #cfus #bacteria #sibo #healthygut #makegermscoolagain #holistichealth (at Lassen's Natural Foods & Vitamins) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bo1q3oih3w0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=vboaa9qj6k59

Did you know 74% of Americans suffer from digestive disorders!? ____ You can use spices and herbs to not only increase the nutrient bio-availability of your food, but also support digestion and increase absorption ____ Use black pepper, as it can boost acid production and increase nutrient absorption; Ginger has been found to protect the stomaching lining, support a healthy intestinal microbial enviorment and boost the production of digestive juices _____ Cardamom can reduce gas, bloating and excessive mucus production (which can happen if you eat too much dairy); Cumin and Coriander can cool the stomach, while supporting stomach acid, bile flow and enzyme production; Fennel has been found to be effective for gas, bloating and support lymphatic circulation, in fact, fennel seeds traditionally are sued to support the intestinal lacteals, which are small projections (similar to villi) which help with nutrient absorption, particularly fats ______ Bitter roots, such as dandelion root, burdock root and goldenseal can support liver and gallbladder health, while also promoting the production of bile acids and digestive enzymes; additional foods that can stimulate bile production and support liver health include beets, radishes, artichokes, olives, apples and celery ____ Having enough stomach acid is KEY for optimizing digestion, encouraging drainage of the lymphatic system, increasing bile and pancreatic enzyme flow and supporting overall digestion. Low stomach acid is often the culprit of many digestive issues (bloating, gas, belching, heartburn, indigestion, GERD) to having too much! You can increase stomach acid production by avoiding anti-acids (as this will make the problem worse long term) and using natural digestive enzymes such ginger root, pineapple, peppermint, oregano, apple cider vinegar and fermented foods (pending you don’t have bacteria overgrowth or histamine intolerances) _____ #briannaapproved #digestivehealth #gutgeek #spiceupyourlife #guthealth #paleo #primal #foodbaby #functionalmedicine #holistichealth

Did you know there are twelve different sub-fractions of gliadian (the major glycoprotein found in wheat, barley and rye)!? Of the 12 sub-fractions, typically only one, alpha gliadin, is ever tested for. If you have a sensitivity to any of the other eleven forms of gliadin it might not even show during testing _____ First things first ... listen to your body !!! Do you get a food baby every time you eat a certain food (regardless if it’s gluten or not) .. do you feel tired after you eat it, do you get a headache, do you have more cravings!? These should all be used as markers first before you go investing in expensive lab work ____ You should also give yourself up to 3 days to have a reaction to a certain food that you might have an underlying intolerance to... and remember if everything in your body is in a hyper inflamed and overactive state, you might have developed temporary food intolerances _____ If you are looking to get blood testing done for gluten sensitivity, the most important tests to have done are for IgA, IgG, IgM, tissue transglutaminase (the enzyme responsible for digesting gliadin) antibodies, gluten antibodies, and total IgA antibodies _____ If it is possible, test for the presence of genes HLA-DQ2 and HLA- DQ8, as well as HLA-DQB1. Individuals have tested negative for antibodies in blood and saliva, but they can test positive for both pairs of celiac disease or gluten-sensitivity genes _____ IgA and IgG are most often associated with advanced small intestine villous atrophy (that’s a big big problem, meaning the small finger like projections degrade). You need your villi to absorb food particles; if they atrophy the surface area is reduced leading to an inability to properly absorb nutrients, which can eventually lead to nutrient deficiencies, leaky gut, weakened immune system functioning, autoimmune issues and increased toxic load on the liver detoxification system _____ The standard blood test for gluten sensitivity has an accuracy rate of no more than 30%. Elimination diets and testing for multiple markers using blood sampling are your next best bet! ___ #briannaapproved #functionalmedicine #guthealth #gutgeek #gluten #glutenfree (at Lassens Natural Foods & Vitamins)