In the age of processed and artificial foods, it is becoming harder and harder to keep your digestive system healthy. Here are seven foods you should avoid eating.
Artificial sweeteners: like aspartame and sucralose, can upset the balance of gut flora and encourage the growth of dangerous bacteria that may damage your intestine.
Fried foods: can aggravate the lining of the stomach, promote the growth of harmful bacteria, and also have bad fats.
Alcohol: Apart from causing irritation and inflammation to the lining of the stomach, alcohol has the potential to alter the composition of gut bacteria and heighten intestinal permeability.
Lactose: Lactose is a sugar found in dairy products that some people are intolerant to and that can lead to diarrhea, bloating, and gas in those individuals.
Processed foods: typically have high levels of trans fats, sugar, and additives, which can irritate the stomach lining and throw off the microbiota balance.
Gluten: is a protein that can be found in grains like wheat, barley, and rye. People who have gluten sensitivity or celiac disease may get diarrhea, gastrointestinal distress, and other symptoms when they eat gluten.
Red meat: Saturated fat and cholesterol found in red meat can aggravate gut inflammation, which can harm the lining of the stomach and increase intestinal permeability.
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