Gut Check: Choose health, not junk!
CBS This Morning featured a health spot called "Gut Check" today. The topic of beneficial bacteria is a key point for improving overall health for people of all ages. The standard American diet is filled with meat, dairy, sweets, fat and refined carbohydrates. These foods slow the digestive tract, contribute to the growth of inflammatory "bad" bacteria, reduce the good neurotransmitter production which benefits mental health, makes the body very acidic, and destroys the immune system. The story on CBS This Morning highlighted the negative effects of bad bacteria being linked to diabetes, obesity and inflammation. For the broadcast of This Morning's spot, "Gut Check", click on this link: Gut Check How can you improve your health by getting more good bacteria in your gut? Change your diet. Eat high fiber foods. The only source of fiber is through plant foods. You can get all the good gut flora that you need by eating a la...