Two Brains?

Post by: Oliviya Daugherty in Gut health

Would you believe our body has not one, but two brains? And your second brain handles your digestive health and emotions. Think about it....when you are nervous your gut gets "butterflies." When you think something is wrong, your gut has an "uneasy"feeling...SEE!

There are over one hundred million neurons in the gut. This is more than what we have in our spinal column. The first brain and our second brain work together to control the central nervous system. When digestive and elimination problems happen, we find problems with stress, anxiety, malabsorption, autoimmune dis-ease, and even allergies.

How do we know if we have a gut imbalance? It may not always show up as a tummy ache.

Common signs are:

Frequent colds- A weak gut with low "good" bacteria weakens your immune system.

Food Sensitives- People with an unbalanced gut, find common foods may cause a reaction.

RA- Studies have shown a link with low levels of good bacteria and high levels of unhealthy bacteria in R.A

Headaches and Fatigue

Acne/Rosacea- Our skin is our largest organ. When we have an unhealthy gut it can come out through our skin.

Thyroid Issues- Inflammation in the gut creates an unhappy thyroid.

IBS- There is a link to overgrowth of bacteria in the small intestines and IBS

Anxiety/Depression- 1 out of 3 people with depression and anxiety have an unbalanced gut.

ADHD/Autism- Co-occurs with gastrointestinal issues like leaky git or IBS.

Allergies/Asthma- Poor microflora, and increased amounts of Candida can affect the immune system's response to allergens.

What can we do to balance and restore the gut?

Good Nutrition- Like mom said! " Eat your veggies."

Clear the primary pathways for elimination of waste and toxins.

Use essential oils targeted to help remove harmful bacteria.

Take a good probiotic to re-populate the gut with live strains of helpful bacteria.

Let's Make a Plan
Make a vow to your self to be conscious of everything you eat. If it didn't come from the earth or an organic animal...avoid it. Take your vitamins/minerals, Omega's, and potent antioxidants and energy co-factors. Here is my favorite line of Vitamins

Clear your primary pathways with a detoxification complex and essential oil blend. These will cleanse the liver, kidneys, colon, lungs, and skin.

Use a digestive essential oil blend daily. Place 1-5 drops in water and drink, or take in a gel capsule.

Take a good Pro-biotic to cultivate healthy gut flora. This Probiotic is double encapsulated, for proper time release, with 6 different strains of good bacteria and pre-biotic fiber for maximum delivery and cultivation of healthy gut flora.

Use this regime for 3 months and reassess your gut health. Remember to be patient. The repair will not happen overnight. Be patient with the process and yourself. In a few months, you will be feeling good as new!

27 Apr 2018