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Disturbed intestinal flora: six consequences of a diseased intestine

2023-01-14T18:08:56.479Z


Disturbed intestinal flora: six consequences of a diseased intestine Created: 01/14/2023, 19:00 By: Laura Knops The microbiome in the gut affects the body and mind. If the intestinal flora gets out of balance, this can have health consequences. The human microbiome is the entirety of all bacteria and microorganisms that can be found in our body. The microbiome in the intestines in particular h


Disturbed intestinal flora: six consequences of a diseased intestine

Created: 01/14/2023, 19:00

By: Laura Knops

The microbiome in the gut affects the body and mind.

If the intestinal flora gets out of balance, this can have health consequences.

The human microbiome is the entirety of all bacteria and microorganisms that can be found in our body.

The microbiome in the intestines in particular has a major impact on our health.

Because the intestinal flora does not only affect digestion.

Various metabolic processes and psychological well-being are also significantly influenced by the microbiome.

If the gastrointestinal tract becomes unbalanced, this can have serious consequences.

You can find out here which symptoms indicate a disturbed microbiome and what this means for the body.

Disturbed intestinal flora: six consequences of a diseased intestine

Although certain strains of bacteria are found in every gastrointestinal tract, the microbiome differs from person to person.

A healthy microbiome is made up of around 100 trillion bacteria.

These are not only responsible for digestion.

The psyche, immune system and the development of various diseases are also closely related to the intestine.

Illnesses, poor diet and taking antibiotics can also throw the intestines out of balance.

As a result, the intestines are colonized incorrectly, also known as dysbiosis.

Unhealthy strains of bacteria spread and crowd out the good bacteria.

The intestinal microbiome contains more than 100 trillion bacteria (symbol image).

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If the diversity of the protective intestinal bacteria decreases, this can affect the whole body.

The following complaints and diseases are associated with a disturbed intestinal flora:

  • overweight

  • inflammation

  • Permeable intestinal barrier

  • Mental illness

  • weakened immune system

  • Diseases such as diabetes or multiple sclerosis

In the long term, incorrect colonization can lead to serious complaints and even diseases.

The intestinal bacteria are thus associated with diseases such as diabetes, chronic inflammatory bowel diseases and even multiple sclerosis.

Because the microbiome is in constant communication with the brain, its condition affects how we think, feel and act.

Even psychological disorders such as depression and autism therefore seem to be at least partially related to the intestinal flora.

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The microbiome also plays an important role in defending against pathogens such as viruses and bacteria.

In this way, the intestinal flora ensures that the body's own defenses develop properly.

If the intestinal flora gets out of balance, this can also weaken the function of the intestinal barrier.

Foreign substances can thus enter the intestine.

This can cause inflammation in the intestines, but also in the whole body.

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The microbiome is particularly adaptable.

A typical Western diet low in fiber, high in animal fat and protein can reduce the diversity of bacteria in the gut.

This miscolonization affects, among other things, calorie intake and the feeling of satiety.

Obesity could therefore be a consequence of the microbiome being out of balance.

However, those who eat primarily vegetarian food can reverse this effect just as quickly.

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This article only contains general information on the respective health topic and is therefore not intended for self-diagnosis, treatment or medication.

In no way does it replace a visit to the doctor.

Unfortunately, our editors are not allowed to answer individual questions about clinical pictures.

Source: merkur

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