Hi everyone! Welcome to Get Healthy Gut, your go-to resource for all things gut health
As far as I can remember, I’ve struggled with gut problems at a very young age. I have spent many days lying down in the nursing office at school, feeling bloated, gassy, and in pain as a teenager.
As an adult, belly cramps, diarrhea, constipation, bloating, and uncontrollable gas were my norm most of the time. I was scared of going out, and when I did, I would look for the closest bathrooms wherever I went.
Things got worse that sometimes I’d be in the bathroom for hours on end, emptying my bowels. It was painful that I felt like I was passing out due to a lack of energy. Sometimes, in the middle of the night, I’d wake up with unbearable stomach pain, and I’d run to the bathroom back and forth several times during the night. I was so exhausted and weak that I couldn’t wake up in the morning.
I’ve seen numerous physicians for years before I was finally referred to a gastroenterologist specializing in gut problems. After running some tests, the doctor told me that I had an infection called Helicobacter pylori; he then gave me an antibiotic that slightly helped, but my stomach issues continued.
Of course, I went back to see the doctor again when my gut problem didn’t resolve. He sent me to get a colonoscopy, which basically showed nothing but still diagnosed me with Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). He gave me a list of foods to avoid and to increase my fiber intake and sent me on my way.
But to no avail, I continued to struggle for many more years. I was so desperate that I took matters into my own hands and started researching and digging into books, specifically on home remedies and holistic health. Back in the day, when the internet was not as popular, I came across a book called Uncommon Cures for Everyday Health, published by Bottom-Line Health. I became obsessed with all the great health tips it provided.
I learned about sensitivity to milk and milk products, known as lactose intolerance, after I stopped having milk, which I mainly used for cereal at breakfast anyway. Boy! What a relief! I felt better for the first time in all those years. The stomach cramps and bloating have stopped completely.
Since then, I believe that we all know our bodies more than anyone else, so we need to take care of them in the best possible way by eliminating anything that causes harm—for instance, all junk food.
Even though my journey has just begun, I believe helping myself will also benefit others, which is the sole purpose of this blog. As a healthcare professional, I have witnessed way too many patients suffering from gut illnesses. Some of them end up with long-term complications of autoimmune diseases such as Crohn’s, MS, and the like.
As you can see, many human diseases originate from the gut. Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, said about 2,000 years ago, “All diseases begin in the gut.”
I’m excited to have you join our community. Whether you’re looking for tips on improving your digestion, delicious gut-friendly recipes, reviews, or the latest scientific insights, you’ve come to the right place.
Feel free to explore, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or topics you’d like us to cover. Together, let’s embark on a journey to better gut health!
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