Your gut health impacts your immune system, your mental health and your overall well-being.
When you have a healthy gut, your gastrointestinal tract has a good balance of gut bacteria and is able to properly digest and absorb nutrients.
But when there is an imbalance in your gut bacteria, it may trigger
unwanted gastrointestinal symptoms, like diarrhea, as well as mental
health issues.
Here are...
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