Gut Health: These 10 symptoms point towards poor gut health, know from experts how to fix it

If the problems related to unhealthy gut are taken care of in time, then problems can be prevented from increasing. Generally people ignore it due to which it can be very difficult to control the problems.

The state of your health reflects the state of your digestion. If your digestive system is unbalanced, then its effect can be seen on the overall health. Many negative symptoms (signs of poor gut health) are seen when gut health deteriorates, if they are taken care of in time, problems can be prevented from increasing. Generally people ignore these symptoms due to which it becomes very difficult to control the problems.

The doctor has given some common symptoms seen when the health of the intestines deteriorates. So let us know which conditions we need to pay attention to (signs of poor gut health).

 

These 10 symptoms show that you need to pay attention to your gut health.

1. Upset stomach

Frequent bouts of discomfort, gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and heartburn can be signs that your intestine is unable to fully process and eliminate food.

2. Feeling more tired

If a person continues to feel tired even without participating in physical activity, it could be a sign of an unbalanced gut. According to a study published by Pub Med Central, nearly half of people with fatigue had IBS. When the gut bacteria do not function properly, the nutrients present in the food are not fully absorbed by the body, due to which there is a lack of energy and you get tired quickly without participating in any activities.

3. Lack of sleep

According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, imbalanced gut bacteria negatively affect sleep, leading to sleep disturbances and physical problems. This condition of your health can affect your entire routine.

Most of your body's serotonin, which affects mood and sleep, is produced in the gut. Therefore, when gut bacteria become unbalanced, the production of serotonin is affected as well, which can affect your sleep.

4. Food intolerance

Food intolerance can be caused by poor quality of bacteria present in the gut. In this situation, the immune system is not able to respond to certain food items, due to which one may face digestive problems like bloating, indigestion, abdominal pain, vomiting, etc. after eating them.

5. Skin irritation

Skin conditions such as psoriasis may be related to the type of bacteria present in the gut. The lack of healthy bacteria in gut health affects the body's immune system, which can also affect your skin.

If you have ever tried to ignore your gut flora, you may be a victim of leaky gut syndrome. In this condition, the intestine releases partially digested foods into the bloodstream. This causes inflammation, which can be seen directly on the skin.

 

6. Having sugar cravings

If you are having food cravings shortly after eating, then it reflects the condition of your unhealthy gut. At the same time, your sugar cravings also increase. Excessive consumption of sugar increases the growth of unhealthy bacteria in the intestines, due to which digestive problems start troubling you more. High amounts of sugar, especially high fructose corn syrup, cause inflammation and can put you at risk for other diseases, such as diabetes.

7. Sudden weight gain or loss

When your gut is out of whack, your digestive system has to struggle harder to absorb nutrients, burn fat, and regulate blood sugar. Weight loss or gain can be due to an overabundance of harmful bacteria in the gut or a lack of nutrients. Apart from this, increasing cravings during this time can also cause fat storage in large.

8. Migraine conditions

Headaches and the gut can be linked, especially if you experience nausea or vomiting along with a migraine, then it's clear that your gut needs care. Studies show that people with frequent headaches are also more likely to have gastrointestinal disorders.

9. Autoimmune problems increase

Bad bacteria in the gut can trigger autoimmune conditions such as thyroid problems, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and type 1 diabetes.

10. Having mood swings

If your mood swings frequently, it could be a sign of poor gut health. Gut problems and inflammation in the nervous system can lead to anxiety and depression.

In this way you can maintain intestinal health

If any of these symptoms are visible, then before meeting the doctor, pay attention to your regular activities and food habits. Eat healthy and nutritious foods, such as probiotics and fiber-rich foods. Along with this, drink adequate amount of water and keep yourself physically active.

It is very important to take care of the time of eating. Eat light food at night and avoid sweets as much as possible. Along with this, home remedies like celery tea, herbal tea etc. can also help you in keeping the intestines healthy.