Gut Health = Mental Health
Your gut isn’t just about digestion — it’s your second brain.
Over 70% of your immune system resides in your gut, and it plays a key role in how your brain feels and functions. Why? Because the gut and brain are connected via the gut-brain axis, a communication superhighway linking emotions, cognition, and even immunity.
🦠 What Keeps Your Gut Healthy?
Your gut is home to trillions of microbes (called the gut microbiota). A balanced microbiota:
Helps digest food efficiently
Produces vitamins like B12 and K
Regulates mood hormones like serotonin (over 90% of which is made in the gut!)
Builds immunity and fights infections
What to Eat for a Healthy Gut
Daily habits that nourish your gut microbes:
Curd or homemade yogurt (rich in probiotics)
Fermented foods like kanji, idli, dosa, pickle, kefir, kimchi
Fiber-rich fruits such as bananas, apples, papaya, and pomegranate
Whole grains like oats, millets, and brown rice
These feed the “good bacteria” and promote a diverse microbiome.
🚫 What Harms Your Gut?
Overuse of antibiotics can wipe out beneficial bacteria
Refined sugars, fried foods, and sodas disrupt gut flora balance
High stress levels can lead to poor digestion and gut inflammation
Skipping meals or binge eating confuses your gut rhythm
🩺 When to Be Alert?
Doctors advise observing these signs:
Frequent bloating or gas
Fatigue even after adequate rest
Irregular bowel movements or acidity
Mood swings, anxiety, or brain fog
These may indicate an imbalanced gut. Early correction through diet and lifestyle can prevent larger issues.
👨⚕️ What Doctors Recommend
Start your day with lukewarm water + lemon
Include at least one fermented or probiotic-rich item daily
Maintain a regular eating schedule
Consider a gut detox (under medical guidance) if symptoms persist
For mental wellness, treat your gut as seriously as your brain
Your gut isn’t just about digestion — it’s your second brain.
Over 70% of your immune system resides in your gut, and it plays a key role in how your brain feels and functions. Why? Because the gut and brain are connected via the gut-brain axis, a communication superhighway linking emotions, cognition, and even immunity.
🦠 What Keeps Your Gut Healthy?
Your gut is home to trillions of microbes (called the gut microbiota). A balanced microbiota:
Helps digest food efficiently
Produces vitamins like B12 and K
Regulates mood hormones like serotonin (over 90% of which is made in the gut!)
Builds immunity and fights infections
What to Eat for a Healthy Gut
Daily habits that nourish your gut microbes:
Curd or homemade yogurt (rich in probiotics)
Fermented foods like kanji, idli, dosa, pickle, kefir, kimchi
Fiber-rich fruits such as bananas, apples, papaya, and pomegranate
Whole grains like oats, millets, and brown rice
These feed the “good bacteria” and promote a diverse microbiome.
🚫 What Harms Your Gut?
Overuse of antibiotics can wipe out beneficial bacteria
Refined sugars, fried foods, and sodas disrupt gut flora balance
High stress levels can lead to poor digestion and gut inflammation
Skipping meals or binge eating confuses your gut rhythm
🩺 When to Be Alert?
Doctors advise observing these signs:
Frequent bloating or gas
Fatigue even after adequate rest
Irregular bowel movements or acidity
Mood swings, anxiety, or brain fog
These may indicate an imbalanced gut. Early correction through diet and lifestyle can prevent larger issues.
👨⚕️ What Doctors Recommend
Start your day with lukewarm water + lemon
Include at least one fermented or probiotic-rich item daily
Maintain a regular eating schedule
Consider a gut detox (under medical guidance) if symptoms persist
For mental wellness, treat your gut as seriously as your brain
🧠 Gut Health = Mental Health
Your gut isn’t just about digestion — it’s your second brain.
Over 70% of your immune system resides in your gut, and it plays a key role in how your brain feels and functions. Why? Because the gut and brain are connected via the gut-brain axis, a communication superhighway linking emotions, cognition, and even immunity.
🦠 What Keeps Your Gut Healthy?
Your gut is home to trillions of microbes (called the gut microbiota). A balanced microbiota:
Helps digest food efficiently
Produces vitamins like B12 and K
Regulates mood hormones like serotonin (over 90% of which is made in the gut!)
Builds immunity and fights infections
✅ What to Eat for a Healthy Gut
Daily habits that nourish your gut microbes:
Curd or homemade yogurt (rich in probiotics)
Fermented foods like kanji, idli, dosa, pickle, kefir, kimchi
Fiber-rich fruits such as bananas, apples, papaya, and pomegranate
Whole grains like oats, millets, and brown rice
These feed the “good bacteria” and promote a diverse microbiome.
🚫 What Harms Your Gut?
Overuse of antibiotics can wipe out beneficial bacteria
Refined sugars, fried foods, and sodas disrupt gut flora balance
High stress levels can lead to poor digestion and gut inflammation
Skipping meals or binge eating confuses your gut rhythm
🩺 When to Be Alert?
Doctors advise observing these signs:
Frequent bloating or gas
Fatigue even after adequate rest
Irregular bowel movements or acidity
Mood swings, anxiety, or brain fog
These may indicate an imbalanced gut. Early correction through diet and lifestyle can prevent larger issues.
👨⚕️ What Doctors Recommend
Start your day with lukewarm water + lemon
Include at least one fermented or probiotic-rich item daily
Maintain a regular eating schedule
Consider a gut detox (under medical guidance) if symptoms persist
For mental wellness, treat your gut as seriously as your brain
