Healthy Body and Soul Pasadena

I hope everyone enjoyed yesterday as much as I did! Thank you to everyone who has reached out with questions and comments already! Remember I am here for everyone! Please share with me your #1 takeaway from our time together And don’t forget, if you feel like you need support on this journey, I am more than happy to help... You’re one step closer to living in the skin you want!! Let me know if you have any questions - I am here for you!

Post 23 Thank you for taking the time to experience my class! I love sharing this topic with people. Change may seem difficult, but try making small changes over a period of time. I promise you’ll enjoy the benefits of healthier skin with a healthier gut!... If you have any further questions, please post them below and/or email me at [email protected] I am always here to help! Let me know if you have any questions - I am here for you!

Post 22 Here is a great list of resources I have put together for you when assembling this class: https://tailorskin.co/gut-skin-connection-gut-health-key-c/ ... https://www.aad.org/public/kids/skin https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK7670/ https://www.rewireme.com/we/gut-human-microbiome-explained/ https://www.mindbodygreen.com//10-signs-you-have-an-unheal https://forefrontdermatology.com/skin-fun-facts/ https://int.eucerin.com/abo/basic-skin-knowledge/skin-types https://www.acneeinstein.com/the-gut-skin-axis/ https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/improve-gut-bacteria

Post 21 When a compromised gut is suspected, the following supplements can help you restore proper balance: -L-Glutamine ... This is an essential amino acid known to repair the gut and intestinal lining. -Licorice Root This adaptogenic herb helps to support the body’s natural processes for maintaining the lining of the stomach. -N-acetyl glucosamine (NAG) This is a chemical found naturally in the body. Low levels contribute to leaky gut. Supplementation can help protect the lining of your stomach and intestines. -Hydrochloric acid If you’re experiencing low stomach acid this supplement will aid the process of breaking down protein so that it can be predigested before it enters the intestines. -Probiotics Probiotics are live organisms that can benefit your health by changing the overall composition of the microbiota! They have the power to improve the gut microbiota in individuals with an imbalance, such as after being compromised following an antibiotic treatment, for example. Foods are the best way for improving gut flora, however it doesn’t hurt to add a supplement when trying to correct an imbalance.

Post 20 High-sugar and high-fat diets have been shown to impact gut bacteria negatively, allowing an overgrowth of harmful species. Additionally, studies on artificial sweeteners have shown that they can negatively affect the gut microbiota as well.... Avoid refined-grain products such as: wheat flour white rice enriched bread Other inflammatory foods that negatively affect the environment of the gut include: Gluten Dairy Corn Soy Caffeine Alcohol

Post 19 Fermented foods are rich in lactobacilli, a beneficial bacteria. A diet rich in fermented foods has been shown to improve good bacteria in the gut while also reducing the bad guys. A study examining individuals consuming plain, natural yogurt regularly were found to have fewer Enterobacteriaceae, a bacteria associated with inflammation and a number of chronic diseases.... Numerous studies have found that fermented foods enhanced the function and composition of the microbiota. Common fermented foods include: -Plain, Natural Yogurt -Kimchi -Sauerkraut -Kefir -Kombucha -Tempeh

Post 18 Prebiotic foods are those which feed the healthy bacteria known as probiotics. Prebiotics promote the growth of beneficial microbes in the gut. They mainly consist of complex carbs or fiber which the body cannot digest, instead bacteria break them down for fuel. ... Numerous studies have reported that prebiotics can promote the growth of many healthy bacteria, including Bifidobacteria. Foods that are high in prebiotic fiber and support a healthy gut include: Legumes Oats Bananas Berries Asparagus Dandelion greens Garlic Leeks Onions

Post 17 Whole grains contain a ton of fiber and non-digestible carbohydrates such as beta-glucan. When carbs aren’t broken down fully, they enter the large intestine where they can be broken down by the microbiota and promote the growth of beneficial bacteria, such as Bifidobacteria, lactobacilli, and Bacteroidetes. There are three components which make up a grain, the bran, germ, and endosperm, however refined grains have two components removed. ... Examples of whole grains include: Whole wheat Oats Rye Barley Brown rice Quinoa

Post 16 Polyphenols are plant compounds that are not fully digested so they make their way to the colon where they can be digested by gut bacteria and increase the quantity of Bifidobacteria and lactobacilli. Good sources of polyphenols include:... -Cocoa -Grape skins -Green tea -Almonds -Onions -Blueberries -Broccoli