What your gut is trying to tell you (and why it matters)

Jun 5, 2025 | Genomics, DNA, and Nutrition, Health & Wellness, Metabolism

If you feel like your body is working against you—whether it’s unexplained weight gain, stubborn inflammation, or unpredictable mood swings, your gut might be the missing piece.

We often think of gut health as just digestion.
But your gut is actually one of the most powerful systems in your entire body.

Here’s how your gut impacts everything from the inside out:

🧠 Mood & focus – Over 90% of your serotonin is made in the gut. An imbalanced microbiome can mess with your mental clarity and emotional stability.

⚖️ Weight & metabolism – Certain gut bacteria affect how efficiently you store fat, process nutrients, and regulate blood sugar.

🔥 Inflammation & immunity – 70% of your immune system lives in your gut. When the gut lining is damaged or inflamed, it can trigger a full-body stress response.

Even if you’re eating clean, exercising, and doing “all the right things,” your gut could be quietly working against your progress.

The good news?

When you support your gut, everything else starts to shift:
✔ Bloating decreases
✔ Energy stabilizes
✔ Mood improves
✔ Weight becomes easier to manage
✔ Inflammation starts to calm

Know someone who’s doing all the right things but still feels stuck?

Forward this email to them, they might be missing the gut connection that makes all the difference.

Schedule a free chat to learn more.

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