Secrets of Your Microbiome: How to Heal, Repair and Restore your Gut Health!

Written by Dr. Georgia Tetlow, MD, Integrative Physician and edited by Fatima Flynn, MS What is the microbiome?

Trillions of bacteria, viruses and other microbes that live in and on us in a symbiotic relationship in an integrative medicine approach, gut health is assessed and treated.
Every microbiome is unique to the individual due to genetics and the environment.

Importance of a Healthy Gut

Regulates absorption of nutrients and help us process toxins and allergens intelligently.
Acts as your second brain- more neurotransmitters are produced here than in your brain.
Plays a large role in metabolism and weight management.
Houses our immune system and acts as a gatekeeper of inflammation.

How does it get disrupted?

Personal overuse of antibiotics and medications, pharmaceuticals used in our food supply
Medications such a Proton Pump Inhibitors, Histamine blockers, NSAIDS and steroids
Diets high in carbohydrates, processed foods, and sugar that are also low in fiber

How can you restore health to your microbiome?

Probiotic and Prebiotic foods work synergistically; incorporate fresh fruits & vegetables and foods rich in probiotic components is the best recipe for success!
Prebiotic Rich Foods: are fuel for good bacteria, they are non-digestible carbohydrates which help stimulate the growth and activity of good bacteria in the colon. Examples: Dandelion Greens, Jerusalem artichoke, garlic, cabbage, onion, leeks, & asparagus act as superfoods rich of prebiotics.
Probiotic Rich Foods: Incorporating foods rich in probiotics helps balance a healthy microbiome. Fermented foods are rich in enzymes which support our digestion. Some examples are: raw apple cider vinegar, sauerkraut, kombucha tea, kimichi, beet kass, and organic plain yogurt

Repair and support your microbiome by taking these steps:

Talk to your PIM holistic doctor, Dr. Georgia Tetlow or Nurse Practitioner, Lauren Houser about your next steps to restore good health!