The health of the intestines is very important for our body, after all, the nest fight starts here, and intestinal problems can also be the source of all diseases.
There are tens of thousands of microorganisms in our body, most of which are concentrated in the intestines, and these little ones thrive in our intestines, helping us digest food, transform nutrients, excrete toxic substances, and keep the immune system stable.
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However, if our gut is not healthy, these microorganisms will be messed up. A large number of bad bacteria will multiply, resulting in an imbalance of the intestinal flora, which can cause intestinal diseases such as enteritis, constipation, diarrhea, etc. What's even more frightening is that these problems may further affect our immune system and nervous system, causing various diseases throughout the body.
First, let's do a little test, please take your case to the table:
Self-test results:
1. Results< 6 items, intestinal age 20 years old, normal intestinal function, youthful, healthy and energetic. Gut health is well maintained, please keep it up.
2.7~11 items, the intestinal age is 45 years old, the intestine is slightly aging, and the health lights up yellow. With a little effort, your gut will be in good shape.
3.12~16 items, the intestinal age is 70 years old, the intestine has aged, health is waiting for rescue, must make more efforts to keep the intestine healthy.
4.17 items or more, intestinal age 95 years old, intestinal extreme aging, health in urgent need of rescue, intestinal health is worrying, must actively improve current habits.
Of course, if you already have intestinal problems, don't be afraid, we can help improve the intestinal condition by adjusting your diet, moderately increasing exercise, regular routine, etc.
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So how to properly protect our intestines?
1. Eat a balanced diet. Eating a balanced diet with high-fiber and low-fat foods, such as vegetables, fruits, and whole grains, is good for gut health. Reduce your intake of foods that are high in fat, oily in salt and fried.
2. Wash your hands frequently. Hand washing can effectively prevent the occurrence of infectious diseases such as bacteria and viruses, and reduce the incidence of intestinal diseases.
3. Exercise moderately. Exercise can promote intestinal peristalsis, help clear feces and toxins, and can enhance the elasticity of the intestinal wall.
4. Drink plenty of water. Water can promote intestinal peristalsis and reduce the occurrence of constipation. Ensure at least 1500 ml of drinking water per day and reduce the consumption of beverages containing caffeine, alcohol and sugar.
5. Rational use of medicine. Do not abuse antibiotics and antidiarrheal drugs to avoid damaging gut health.
6. Reduce your intake of spicy and greasy foods. Spicy and greasy foods are prone to gastrointestinal reactions and are not good for intestinal health.
7. Get into the habit of chewing slowly. Chewing slowly can effectively help digestion and absorption of food, reducing irritation to the intestines.
8. Have regular bowel movements. Promotes peristalsis of the intestine and is beneficial to reduce the expansion and burden of intestinal organs.
9. Do not smoke. The chemicals in tobacco have a large negative effect on the intestines, and smoking is an important risk factor for bowel cancer.
10. Pay attention to mentality and emotional regulation. A good mood can relieve uncomfortable symptoms such as intestinal tension and fatigue.
11. Regular schedule. Regular work and rest are also beneficial for the maintenance of intestinal health. Lack of rest, excessive fatigue, emotional stress, etc. are all causes of intestinal discomfort. According to the actual situation of the individual, reasonable planning of work and rest time, pay attention to ensure sufficient sleep time, reduce stress and tension, but also help to maintain intestinal health.
Gut health is the foundation of our physical health, let's cherish it, protect it, and believe that as long as we focus on health, intestinal health problems can be eliminated.