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2024.03.02
How to Improve Your Gut Health? A Cosmetic Internal Medicine Specialist Explains How to Check
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Hello, everyone.
I am Yoko Maeda, Director of Aesthetic Medicine at BIANCA CLINIC.
Maintaining a healthy gut environment is essential for both beauty and overall health.
"How do you determine if your gut environment is good or bad?" For those wondering about this, we'll discuss ways to check your gut environment and tips for improving it.
To improve your gut health, start by understanding your current condition.
Gut environment refers to the balance of gut bacteria residing in the intestines and the functioning of the intestines.
A healthy gut environment helps maintain balanced immunity and metabolism, positively impacting your skin and overall health.
So, how can you check whether your gut environment is good or bad?
A direct method of verificationThe following tests are available:
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stool testConfirm the types and distribution of gut bacteria
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urinalysisCheck the metabolites secreted by gut bacteria
These tests provide an objective understanding of the state of your gut flora (intestinal microbiota).
Signs of Gut Health You Can Spot in Everyday Life
Of course, it is possible to infer the state of your gut environment from your usual condition without undergoing testing.
If you notice any of the following signs, it may indicate an imbalance in your gut flora.
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Alternating between constipation and diarrhea
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Abdominal bloating and excessive gas
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Skin problems are slow to heal
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I get tired easily and have trouble concentrating.
Conversely, if you have regular bowel movements every day with stools that are well-formed and have a good color, it's highly likely your gut environment is healthy.
Lifestyle Habits for Improving Gut Health
To maintain a healthy gut environment, daily diet and lifestyle habits are crucial.
Here are three key points I'd like to emphasize.
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Get plenty of dietary fiber:Water-soluble dietary fiber found in vegetables, seaweed, and legumes serves as food for beneficial bacteria in the gut.
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Incorporating fermented foods:Support the balance of gut bacteria with yogurt, natto, kimchi, and other foods.
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A balanced diet and stress management:Avoid excessive sugar and fat, and strive for a regular lifestyle. Stress and lack of sleep can also weaken bowel movements.
The Relationship Between the Gut and Beauty from an Aesthetic Medicine Perspective
Many people find that when their gut health improves, their skin condition also improves.
This is because the gut and skin are so closely connected that gut health is often called "the foundation of beauty."
When your gut is healthy, it helps reduce inflammation throughout your body and improves nutrient absorption, naturally benefiting your skin tone and texture.
Gut health is the foundation for weight loss and improving skin conditions—it's essentially “inner beauty medicine.”
Summary: Balancing your gut environment is the first step toward beauty and health.
To improve your gut health, it's important to first understand the condition of your own intestines.
By reviewing stool consistency and lifestyle habits while conducting tests as needed, you can gain a more accurate understanding of your condition.
At Bianca Clinic, we support the balance between your gut and your entire body from an aesthetic medicine perspective.
Improve your gut health and aim for beautiful, healthy days from the inside out.
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