Reset Your Gut, Rejuvenate Your Spine: The Probiotic Connection
The holiday feast was worth every bite, but now your body is asking for a little TLC.That sluggish feeling, the unusual stiffness in your back, even that brain fog? They could all be linked to what's happening in your gut. The exciting news is that science is revealing powerful connections between digestive health and spinal wellness, and simple dietary changes could really make a difference. Start the year right with a visit to Apple Country Chiropractic, where we will help you feel your best from the inside out!
THE GUT-BODY CONNECTION
Here's something that might startle you: your gut health impacts your spine. Really. The connection? Inflammation. When your gut microbiome is out of balance, it can initiate systemic bodily systemic inflammation, including the tissues around your spine. This inflammation can influence back pain, stiffness, and decreased mobility. Recent research reveals the powerful role probiotics play in bringing balance back to your gut microbiota. These beneficial bacteria help maintain the delicate ecosystem in your digestive tract, buoying up not just digestive health but overall wellness. Studies show that probiotics can modulate immune function, reduce inflammatory responses, and even influence your body’s processing of nutrients that support bone and joint health. (1)
NATURAL SOURCES OF PROBIOTICS
The good news? Supplements are one way to go to up your probiotic intake. Or you can eat! Common fermented foods like yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi, and kombucha are excellent natural sources. These foods have been shown to maintain immune function and help beat inflammation throughout the body. (2)
YOUR ACTION PLAN INCLUDES CONTACTING Apple Country Chiropractic
Kickstart your recovery by making probiotic-rich foods a part of your every day life. Combine this nutritional reset with chiropractic services at Apple Country Chiropractic to address any spinal issues that may be contributing to discomfort. When your gut is healthy and your spine is in good shape, your body functions optimally.
At Apple Country Chiropractic, we take a whole-body approach to your health. Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Clint Dickason on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he describes care of a compression fracture for a patient with the gentle Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management. No matter the spinal issue, Apple Country Chiropractic can help direct its care. Then, make your post-holiday appointment today, and let's discuss how proper nutrition and spinal care work together to help you feel great every day of the new year.
