Signs Your Digestion Health Is Off - And How To Fix It!

It is estimated that some form of digestive disorder affects more than 100 million people in America. Digestion health is more than just gut health, it's how your body digests and absorbs the food that you eat. For some people, digestive disorders are a source of irritation and discomfort that may cause them to drastically limit their lifestyles and frequently miss work. Digestive disorders are often more than just stomach issues and can affect the entire body resulting in unrelated symptoms such as brain fog, fatigue, skin issues, weight gain/loss, mood disorders, malabsorption, and nutrient deficiencies.

Are you experiencing any of these digestive symptoms?

Digestive Health Starts with Optimal Digestion

Optimal digestion is the foundation of gut health, and it’s influenced not only by what you eat, but also when and how you eat. Choosing nutrient-dense, whole foods provides the building blocks your gut microbes need to thrive, while avoiding overly processed foods reduces inflammation and supports a balanced microbiome.

When you eat matters because your digestive system works in sync with your circadian rhythm—eating at consistent times and allowing space between meals supports proper enzyme function, motility, and repair processes in the gut.

How you eat is equally important: slowing down, chewing thoroughly, and eating in a relaxed state activates the parasympathetic “rest and digest” response, improving nutrient absorption and reducing symptoms like bloating or indigestion.

When all three—what, when, and how—are aligned, your digestion is more efficient, your gut microbiome is better nourished, and your overall health benefits from stronger immunity, balanced hormones, and improved energy.

The Gut Microbiome

The human gut microbiome contains as much as 10x the number of microorganisms compared to how many cells we have in our body. It functions as an organ with its own communication network.

• Modulates the immune system. 80% of immune system is located in the gut

• Impacts all things digestion – gut motility

• Affects nutritional status – some bacteria produce B vitamins, vitamin K, impacts mineral absorption

• Metabolism/Weight Management

• Blood Sugar/Insulin Sensitivity

• Mood regulation – anxiety, depression

• Inflammation – can be a main source of inflammation in the body

There are several common causes of digestive disorders with the most common being food sensitivities, bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine (SIBO), leaky gut, and an imbalance in “good” and “bad” bacteria (dysbiosis). There are many potential causes of dysbiosis including a poor diet, pesticides, glyphosate, antibiotic use, excessive alcohol consumption, stress, infections, and certain medications. Dysbiosis is usually associated with "leaky gut" which is when undigested food and toxins can cross the gut barrier and enter the bloodstream causing systemic inflammation. This can lead to the many chronic diseases that are associated with dysbiosis.

You can see why your gut health is so important! We can help you identify which triggers are causing your digestive issues by getting to the root cause and not simply treating your symptoms. This can be the most challenging part of healing digestive issues because there are so many potential triggers. Removing the triggers is only the first step in resolving digestive disorders. Healing the gut involves using prebiotics and probiotics, as well as other gut healing foods and supplements that reduce inflammation and restore the integrity of the gut lining.

Let’s work together to resolve these imbalances and restore your gut health so that you can thrive again. Schedule a consultation today.