The Whole-Body Guide to Gut Health

A whole-body plan and simple recipes to get your gut back on track. Your gut encompasses your digestive organs and all their resident microbes - and its health affects all the other systems in your body. Experience the physical and mental benefits of a healthy gut biome with this research-based guide. You'll discover how to take care of your body to help alleviate digestive distress and soothe a wide variety of ailments, from heartburn and irritable bowel syndrome to depression and anxiety. Learn the five principles of good gut health, explore the science of probiotics, and refer to at-a-glance lists of foods to enjoy, limit, or avoid. Go deeper with easy, practical advice for exercise, stress reduction, and mindfulness. By restoring balance in your gut, you can help boost your overall mood, energy, and even your memory.