Reset Your Gut, Rejuvenate Your Spine: The Probiotic Connection
Let's be honest—the holidays were delicious, but your body might be sending some signals that it's time for a reset.The lethargy, the unusual 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 really make a difference. Begin the year right with a visit to OrthoIllinois Chiropractic, where we will help you feel your best from the inside out!
THE GUT-BODY CONNECTION
You might wonder what your digestive system has to do with spinal health. It all comes down to inflammation. When your gut microbiome is out of balance, it can initiate systemic inflammation throughout your body, including the tissues surrounding your spine. This inflammation can contribute to back pain, stiffness, and decreased mobility. Recent research reveals the powerful role probiotics play in bringing balance back to your gut microbiota. These beneficial bacteria help preserve the delicate ecosystem in your digestive tract, supporting not just digestive health but overall wellness. Studies show that probiotics can regulate immune function, lower inflammatory responses, and even impact 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 natural sources. These foods have been shown to support immune function and help beat inflammation throughout the body. (2)
YOUR ACTION PLAN INCLUDES CONTACTING OrthoIllinois Chiropractic
Kickstart your recovery by making probiotic-rich foods a daily priority. Pair this nutritional reset with chiropractic care at OrthoIllinois Chiropractic 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 functions optimally.
At OrthoIllinois Chiropractic, 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 illustrates care of a compression fracture for a patient with the gentle Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management. No matter the back pain issue, OrthoIllinois Chiropractic can help direct its care. Then, make your post-holiday visit today, and let's discuss how proper nutrition and spinal care work together so you can make this your healthiest year yet.
