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.That sluggish feeling, the increased stiffness in your back, even that brain fog? They could all be connected to what's happening in your gut. The exciting news is that science is revealing powerful connections between digestive health and spinal wellness, and simple dietary changes could really make a difference. Begin the year on the right foot with a visit to Cox Chiropractic Medicine Inc, where we will help you feel your best from the inside out!
THE GUT-BODY CONNECTION
The connection between your digestive system and spinal health might surprise you. The connection? 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 reduced mobility. Recent research reveals the powerful role probiotics play in bringing balance back to your gut microbiota. These beneficial bacteria help maintain 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 eating for your probiotics works! 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 Cox Chiropractic Medicine Inc
Your post-holiday comeback starts with simple additions like probiotic-rich foods to your everyday eating. Combine this nutritional reset with chiropractic care at Cox Chiropractic Medicine Inc 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 Cox Chiropractic Medicine Inc, 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 treatment of a compression fracture for a patient with the gentle Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management. No matter the spinal issue, Cox Chiropractic Medicine Inc can help direct its care. Then, make your post-holiday appointment today, and let's see how proper nutrition and spinal care work together to keep you feeling your best throughout the new year.
