The gut microbiome, IBS, constipation, and how to eat!

In this video, I talk about the gut microbiome, the importance of eating fiber, why an elimination diet is not a long-term solution for IBS, and more!
If you are struggling with #constipation , #bloating , or #abdominalpain , this video is for you! If you have been diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome, SIBO, or even inflammatory bowel disease, watch this video!
00:00-02:26 What is the gut microbiome?
02:26-03:48 How do I create a healthy gut microbiome? How you can use food to support your gut microbiome
03:48-05:16 You need to eat least 30-40 fruits/vegetables a week!
05:16-08:16 Why an elimination diet is not a long-term solution to solving your gut issues.
08:16-09:35 The best way to support your gut = the food mindset: Add foods, rather than take away.
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This video is not intended as professional advice. Be sure to seek the services of a professional if you are in need of them.

[@user-gm5st3yf5l]

Super helpful! Thank you for all the applicable recommendations. I think its hard to get in 30-40 fruits and vegetables a week, but makes sense that it makes our gut micro biome more resilient and stronger.

[@drkatrinapt]

Glad it was helpful!

[@heatherheather7107]

This is so true! And I’ve been able to reintroduce all these good foods, even dairy in the form of kefir, by watching portion size and not overburdening my system. I am slim but my meals were too big and I was snacking between meals. This was causing bloating and constipation. It had less to do with what I was eating and more to do with the amount. As we get older, we have to be mindful of our digestive enzymes etc. Thank you for this.

[@drkatrinapt]

Yes totally! IT's all about slowly reintroducing food into your diet and exposing your system to small amounts :) Thank you Heather for watching and supporting my channel!

[@heatherheather7107]

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[@heatherheather7107]

@@drkatrinapt 🩷. You’re very welcome. How do you feel about digestive enzymes? Could you do a video on the need or not for them. They are becoming more available in different strengths and usually with HCL. Can enzymes be low in some people and why? Thank you

[@drkatrinapt]

@@heatherheather7107 Hi Heather! I don't know too much about digestive enzymes, but I did learn about them in a functional nutrition course and can be helpful if you are lacking in them! I do know about the HCl one, but not an expert! Enzymes can be low in some people for many reasons. Your body needs enough energy, or ATP, to make stomach acid and digestive enzymes. If your body is in stress mode or chronic pain, as an example, your body does not have the extra energy to make stomach acid, because its in sympathetic mode. Our body needs to be in parasympathetic mode AND have enough energy (need to fuel our body appropriately as well) in order to make these digestive enzymes.

[@drkatrinapt]

@@heatherheather7107 You can also supplement your diet with foods to stimulate digestion by adding spices into your diet like garlic, ginger, fennel, coriander, onions, turmeric, cinnamon, mint, etc.! You can support your digestion with the foods you eat too :)