The Guts Of Digestive Health

By Robin Haggberg, RN, Reiki Master

This month we discuss the way our digestive system works, associated diseases and some healthy things we can do to improve how our digestive system works, associated diseases, and a couple of healthy things we can do to improve our digestive track.

Food is broken down before it can be absorbed into our bloodstream, through our GI tract and carried throughout our bodies. Dr. Hironmi Shinya, the founder of the colonoscopy, suggests and believes that all disease starts in the bowel. This is one of the keys to a multitude of health issues, from constipation to cancer. Some common ailments of the bowel include stomach ulcers, diverticulitis, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease and many others.

Lifestyles and dietary changes are the first steps towards keeping a healthy colon. Healthy lifestyle changes can include consumption of a variety of fruits and vegetables. As always, we encourage everyone to consult with their physician to learn more.