Reset Your Gut, Rejuvenate Your Spine: The Probiotic Connection
The holiday feast was worth every bite, but now your body is hoping for a little TLC.The lethargy, the extra stiffness in your back, even that brain fog? They could all be linked to what's happening in your gut. The exciting news is that science is exposing powerful connections between digestive health and spinal wellness, and simple dietary changes could make a real difference. Begin the year right with a visit to Manahawkin Chiropractic Center, where we will help you feel your best from the inside out!
THE GUT-BODY CONNECTION
Here's something that might startle you: your gut health impacts your spine. Really. It all comes down to inflammation. When your gut microbiome is out of balance, it can generate systemic inflammation throughout your body, including the tissues around your spine. This inflammation can contribute to back pain, stiffness, and decreased mobility. New research reveals the powerful role probiotics play in restoring balance to your gut microbiota. These beneficial bacteria help preserve the delicate ecosystem in your digestive tract, buoying up not just digestive health but overall wellness. Studies show that probiotics can regulate immune function, reduce inflammatory responses, and even influence your body’s processing of nutrients that support bone and joint health. (1)
NATURAL SOURCES OF PROBIOTICS
The good news? Supplements are one way to go to up your probiotic intake. Or you can eat! Common fermented foods like yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi, and kombucha are excellent edible sources. These foods have been shown to support immune function and help beat inflammation throughout the body. (2)
YOUR ACTION PLAN INCLUDES CONTACTING Manahawkin Chiropractic Center
Kickstart your recovery by making probiotic-rich foods a daily priority. Combine this nutritional reset with chiropractic services at Manahawkin Chiropractic Center to address any spinal conditions that may be contributing to discomfort. When your gut is healthy and your spine is in good shape, your body has a great chance of functioning at its best.
At Manahawkin Chiropractic Center, we take a whole-body approach to your health. Check out this PODCAST with Dr. Clint Dickason on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he describes care of a compression fracture for a patient with the gentle Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management. No matter the back pain issue, Manahawkin Chiropractic Center can help direct its care. Then, schedule your post-holiday appointment today, and let's chat about proper nutrition and spinal care work together so you can make this your healthiest year yet.
