To prevent dementia, you need to have a lot of this in your intestines.

It's no exaggeration to say that taking care of your gut health can lead to overall health. In particular, gut microbes are closely linked to overall health.

 

◇Chronic disease prevention

 

Maintaining gut microbiota balance plays an important role in preventing and managing chronic diseases such as cancer and diabetes.

 

Beneficial gut bacteria regulate the immune system and reduce inflammation, thereby inhibiting the development and progression of cancer. In particular, several studies have shown that the health of the gut microbiome plays a significant role in the prognosis of colorectal cancer. A study by the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) found that certain microorganisms in the gut can promote colorectal cancer, and patients with colorectal cancer who had a high proportion of the beneficial gut bacteria, Prevotella, had a higher progression-free survival rate than those who did not. Some gut microbiota directly influence blood sugar stability, insulin sensitivity, and inflammatory response regulation, and when their balance is disrupted, metabolic problems occur. A study by Oregon State University in the United States found that diabetic patients had a higher proportion of harmful gut bacteria and a lower proportion of beneficial gut bacteria, resulting in a reduced diversity of gut microbiota compared to healthy individuals.

◇Protect your brain health

 

Gut microbes affect not only physical health but also mental health.

 

Numerous studies have supported the "gut-brain axis" theory. This theory suggests that the gut and brain are connected by approximately 2,000 nerve fibers, and that byproducts of gut microbes circulate in the bloodstream and regulate brain function. This theory is supported by the fact that 95% of serotonin, often called the happiness hormone, is produced in the gut. In fact, a study by the National Center for Geriatric Medicine in Japan found that the guts of dementia patients had significantly lower levels of Bacteroides, a beneficial microorganism, compared to healthy individuals.

 

◇Weight control

 

Gut microbes are one of the key factors influencing weight management.

 

The balance of gut microbiota influences energy metabolism, and the way microbes break down food and extract energy from it affects body weight. It also influences the secretion of appetite-regulating hormones, ghrelin and leptin, which can lead to overeating. Conversely, maintaining a healthy gut microbiota balance can help maintain a healthy weight. Professor Kim Seong-eun of the Department of Food and Nutrition at Sookmyung Women's University said in a past interview with Health Chosun, "Gut microbiota balance is very important for preventing and treating obesity," and "We need to pay attention to managing our eating habits, which affect the composition of our microbiota." It is recommended to consume a variety of foods rich in dietary fiber, such as ▲whole grains ▲vegetables ▲fruits ▲seaweed, which provide good food for beneficial bacteria.

 

◇Improves skin inflammation

 

Maintaining a balance of gut microbes is beneficial for skin health.

 

Short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) produced by gut microbes have anti-inflammatory effects, reducing skin inflammation and maintaining gut microbiota balance. An imbalance in gut microbiota, such as an increase in harmful bacteria, can trigger inflammation and trigger or worsen skin diseases. A study by the Department of Oriental Dermatology at Kangdong Kyung Hee University Hospital found that patients with atopic dermatitis had fewer beneficial gut bacteria and lower diversity compared to those without. A study from Ghent University in Belgium also found that an imbalance in gut microbiota due to a diet high in saturated fat and refined carbohydrates increases the risk of developing inflammatory skin diseases.

◇Alleviates allergy symptoms

 

Gut microbes are closely related to immune responses such as allergies and asthma.

 

The gut microbiome plays a crucial role in the development and regulation of the immune system. An imbalance in gut microbiome can trigger an overreaction of the immune system, increasing the risk of allergic diseases and asthma. A healthy gut microbiome balances the activation of immune cells, suppressing excessive inflammatory responses and alleviating allergy and asthma symptoms.

 

 

◇To increase beneficial intestinal bacteria

 

How can we increase beneficial gut bacteria? One easy way to maintain gut health in our daily lives is through dietary management.

 

To increase the ratio of beneficial bacteria, it is good to eat plenty of vegetables and fruits rich in fiber and fermented foods such as soybean paste and yogurt that contain a lot of lactic acid bacteria.

 

Avoid eating oily, instant foods or processed foods high in food additives. Getting enough sleep, exercising regularly, and managing stress are also ways to improve gut microbiome health.

 

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