Do you ever wonder how the foods that you eat can affect your skin? Today we’ll talk about the relationship between skin’s health and gut’s health.
The gut–skin relationship is constant in the gut-skin relationship. Gastrointestinal problems in a human being can differ greatly in severity, the skin can be a good indicator. Although this may not sound glamorous – the gut contains 70% of our immune system.
How does diet affect your gut microbiome? There are trillions of good and bad bacteria in the gut. Good bacteria help with digestion and absorption of nutrients, while bad bacteria can cause inflammation. The ratio of good to bad bacteria is important for gut health. A diet high in processed foods, sugar, and unhealthy fats can upset this balance and lead to digestive problems.
Conversely, a diet rich in fiber, antioxidants, fruits, vegetables, and probiotic-rich foods can help improve gut health. Probiotics are live bacteria that are found in fermented foods like yogurt, kimchi, and sauerkraut. In addition to diet, other factors like stress, sleep, and alcohol consumption can also affect gut health.
The gut-skin connection is a two-way street. Not only can a healthy gut lead to better skin health, but skin health can also impact gut health.
Signs of unhealthy gut on skin: Acne, breakouts, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, wrinkles, dark-circles, etc.
