The presence of any problem in the intestine causes an imbalance in the absorption of nutrients, resulting in a deficiency of vitamins and mineral elements in the body. In addition to this, the gut flora (gut microbiome) is responsible for the synthesis of some vitamins such as B group, and the production of the hormone serotonin. Therefore, it is necessary to protect the intestines and maintain their health with the help of nutrients.

Among these materials:

Leafy vegetables – Leafy vegetables are important nutrients for intestinal health. Leafy vegetables include cabbage, spinach, celery, parsley, dill, arugula, chard, and others. Because they are natural biological supplements.

Biological supplements – are important food for the gut microbiome, thanks to which we get strong immunity, good mood and energy. Leafy vegetables also contain a high percentage of vitamin C and chlorophyll – powerful antioxidants and various nutrients.

Coarse dietary fiber contributes to stimulating bowel function and ridding the body of excess cholesterol.

Legumes and grains – types of rice – brown, wild, buckwheat, quinoa, millet, etc., beans, chickpeas, lentils, flax seeds, chia and sesame, provide the body with minerals, amino acids and vitamins. The higher the proportion of food containing soluble dietary fiber and coarse dietary fiber, the better the intestinal health.

Water – Water is very important for the normal functioning of the intestines. But its quantity must be controlled when eating fatty foods rich in dietary fiber. It is necessary for the coarse fibers to absorb water, to swell and then slide easily over the intestinal walls, cleaning them from the remains of the metabolic process.

One of the important properties of water is giving flexibility to the body’s tissues, as water constitutes about 80% of the human body. That is, the tissue dries up without water and becomes tough. Therefore, having a sufficient amount of water makes the intestinal walls expand and contract easily.

But we must understand that tea, coffee, juices, and soda do not provide the body with the necessary amount of water, but on the contrary, they cause dehydration. That is, only pure water has these beneficial properties.

Fermented foods – These foods include acidic dairy products of all kinds, fermented cabbage, apple cider vinegar, fermented cucumbers, and others, because they contain biological nutritional supplements and bacteria that maintain the healthy balance of the intestines and prevent the proliferation of pathological bacteria.