Gut Health & Digestive Support in Frederick, MD.
A healthy gut can reduce inflammation and prevent chronic health issues, unlocks better sleep, clearer skin, and a healthier mindset
(Fixing your gut is the first step to achieving lasting wellness)
Gut Function and Overall Health
The gut plays a crucial role in physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Symptoms such as diarrhea, constipation, gas, abdominal pain, and heartburn may indicate an imbalance in gut health. If you're experiencing these issues, read on to learn more.
What Causes an Unhealthy Gut?
An unhealthy gut can be caused by a variety of factors, most of which are related to lifestyle choices. A poor diet filled with processed foods, sugars, and low fiber intake can disrupt the balance of healthy gut bacteria, leading to digestive issues and inflammation.
Chronic stress also plays a significant role by weakening the gut lining and altering the microbiome, while overuse of antibiotics and medications like NSAIDs can kill beneficial bacteria, further contributing to gut imbalances.
Additionally, a lack of sleep, a sedentary lifestyle, and food sensitivities or allergies can all impact gut health, making it harder for your body to properly digest and absorb nutrients.
Toxins from chemicals in food and the environment can further harm the gut, while dehydration can lead to constipation and digestive sluggishness. If you’re experiencing any of these issues, it’s a sign that your gut health needs attention.
At The New Life Chiropractic Center, we specialize in helping you restore your gut health with personalized plans tailored to your unique needs, so you can feel better, have more energy, and improve your overall well-being.
Why Is a Healthy Gut Important?
Gut Health and Sleep
Gut health is closely linked to sleep quality. Research shows that the gut significantly influences the sleep-wake cycle. An imbalanced gut can result in insomnia and other sleep disruptions.
Immune and Gut Health
About 70% of the immune system resides in the gut. A healthy gut microbiome supports immunity, while an imbalance can lead to issues such as autoimmune diseases, allergies, and gastrointestinal disorders.
Concentration and Gut Health
The gut-brain axis connects gut health to cognitive function, stress, and focus. Certain gut bacteria produce neurotransmitters, such as dopamine, that influence brain activity and concentration.
Skin and Gut Health
Gut health also impacts skin conditions like acne, eczema, and psoriasis. An imbalanced microbiome can lead to inflammation and other skin issues. Stress management and maintaining gut health are vital for a healthy skin-gut connection.
Improper gut health can lead to a wide range of issues, affecting not just digestion but also other systems in the body
Here are some major problems that can arise from poor gut health:
Digestive Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Causes bloating, cramps, diarrhea, and constipation.
Leaky Gut Syndrome: A damaged gut lining allows toxins and undigested food particles into the bloodstream, triggering inflammation.
Acid Reflux & GERD: Imbalance in gut bacteria can contribute to acid reflux and heartburn.
Weakened Immune System
About 70% of your immune system is in your gut. An imbalance in gut bacteria can make you more susceptible to infections, allergies, and autoimmune conditions.
Mental Health Issues (Gut-Brain Connection)
Poor gut health can disrupt neurotransmitters like serotonin, leading to anxiety, depression, mood swings, and brain fog.
Studies link gut imbalances to conditions like ADHD, autism, and Alzheimer’s disease.
Skin Conditions
Gut inflammation can lead to acne, eczema, rosacea, and psoriasis , as toxins and bad bacteria trigger skin flare-ups.
Metabolic & Weight Issues
Poor gut health can cause weight gain, bloating, and difficulty losing weight due to improper digestion and nutrient absorption.
It can also contribute to insulin resistance, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome.
Chronic Inflammation & Autoimmune Diseases
Leaky gut and gut dysbiosis (imbalance of bacteria) can contribute to autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto’s, rheumatoid arthritis, and lupus.
Chronic inflammation from poor gut health is linked to heart disease and chronic pain conditions.
Hormonal Imbalances
The gut plays a role in metabolizing hormones like estrogen and cortisol. An unhealthy gut can contribute to PMS, thyroid issues, and adrenal fatigue.
Naturopathic Approach to Gut Health
Functional and naturopathic medicine utilizes a comprehensive approach to addressing gut health:
Remove: Eliminate infections, bacterial or fungal overgrowth, and food sensitivities or allergies that may be contributing to gut issues.
Replace: Support digestion by adding necessary digestive enzymes or stomach acid.
Repair: Heal the gut lining using targeted supplements and herbs.
Re-inoculate: Restore beneficial bacteria to the digestive system.
Rebalance: Promote a balanced lifestyle to sustain improved gut health.
Testing is a cornerstone of this approach, including blood tests for food sensitivities, comprehensive stool analysis for bacterial or yeast overgrowth, and assessments of digestive and absorption markers. The results guide a personalized treatment plan.
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Why is gut health so important?
At The New Life Chiropractic Center, we know the gut is your second brain—it impacts digestion, immune function, and even mental health. A balanced gut helps your body break down food, absorb nutrients, and communicate with the brain, influencing mood, energy, and overall wellness.
What are common signs of an unhealthy gut?
If you’re experiencing bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea, acid reflux, fatigue, brain fog, food sensitivities, or skin issues, your gut may be out of balance. At The New Life Chiropractic Center, we help identify the root cause and create a plan to restore your digestive health.
Can gut health affect mental health?
Yes! The gut and brain are directly connected through the gut-brain axis. An imbalance in gut bacteria can contribute to anxiety, depression, and brain fog. A healthy gut supports neurotransmitter production, including serotonin, which regulates mood and cognitive function.
How can a trained functional health specialist help improve my gut health?
At The New Life Chiropractic Center, we take a functional approach to gut health. We don’t just treat symptoms—we uncover the root cause. Using advanced gut testing, we analyze your microbiome, food sensitivities, and digestion. Then, we create a custom nutrition, lifestyle, and supplement plan to help you heal naturally and restore balance.
What major problems can improper gut health cause?
This can vary depending on what you're treating. Some people start to notice improvements after just a few sessions, but for more chronic conditions, it might take several weeks of regular treatments. It’s one of those therapies where consistency really pays off.
Visit Us in Frederick, MD.
The New Life Chiropractic Center Experts in Chiropractic and Neuropathy in Frederick, MD.
Conveniently located at 6550 Mercantile Drive East #105, Frederick Maryland 21703
Our Chiropractic Clinic Hours
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday
8:00am - 1:00pm &
3:00pm - 6:00pm
Wednesday:
10:30am - 1:00pm &
3:00pm - 6:00pm
Friday - Sunday
(By Special Appointment)
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