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Intestinal health slideshow
This document discusses the importance of intestinal health and provides information about the intestinal system. It describes the functions of the small intestine and colon, including absorption, elimination of waste, and housing beneficial bacteria. It then discusses challenges to intestinal health like stress, poor diet, and lack of exercise. The remainder of the document provides dietary and supplement recommendations to support a healthy intestinal system and maintain regular bowel movements and transit time. These include increasing fiber intake, staying hydrated, and using products like aloe vera, psyllium, and probiotics.
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Intestinal health slideshow
- 1. Welcome! Is Your Roadto Good Health Paved with Good Intestines? Brenda Montrella March 5, 2013
- 2. Intestinal System Small Intestinal System 1. It reabsorbs water and electrolytes and sends them back into the blood stream. 2. It eliminates cellular waste and toxins released from cells. 3. It eliminates digestive by-products and indigestible substances.
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- 4. Intestinal System Colon Function 1. Includes: large intestine, rectum, and anus. 2. Absorbs water and minerals. 3. Formation and elimination of waste. 4. Houses over 700 species of bacteria, some of which are considered friendly bacteria, that produce vitamin B12, Biotin, and K and protects us against harmful some bacteria, virus, and fungus.
- 5. Intestinal System Did YouKnow… • Your diet directly influences the diversity of microbes in the intestines? • Undigested meat and other foods cause mucus buildup in the colon? This buildup produces toxins that enter the blood's circulation? • Resisting the urge to have a bowel movement causes waste material to build up and become compacted, leading to constipation?
- 6. Intestinal System Challenges Dueto the overwhelming stress in our lives our bodies are struggling to eliminate all the different toxins that accumulate in our cells.
- 7. Unhealthy Intestinal System Can lead to: • Fatigue • Skin issues • Occasional diarrhea • Occasional constipation • PMS • Bad breath • Occasional gas & bloating • Irritability • Anxiety & worry • Mild age related memory loss and concentration
- 8. Transit Time IsKey Colon transit time: 10 hours • The longer the transit time, the more toxic the waste becomes. • Longer transit times can lead to autointoxification through the reabsorption of putrefied and fermented waste. 10 Hours • Short or quick transit times result in occasional diarrhea.
- 9. Intestinal System Causes ofOccasional Constipation • Stress • Medication • Poor dietary habits • Inadequate fiber • Dehydration and lack of exercise
- 10. Questionnaire How Healthy IsYour Colon? Do you use tobacco? Do you drink alcohol daily? Do you exercise less than 3 times a week for 30 minutes? Do you eat 4 oz (size of a deck of cards) of red meat more than 3 times per week? Are you overweight? Do you eat fried foods? Do you eat processed meats? (i.e. hot dogs, lunch meat, etc.)
- 11. Questionnaire How Healthy IsYour Colon? Do you have less than two bowel movements per day? Is your stool hard and dry? Can you have a bowel movement without straining? Do you delay your bowel movements? Do you eat less than 5-7 servings of fruits and vegetables daily? Do you consume less than 25 grams of fiber per day? (One apple contains 5 grams) Do you have a stressful lifestyle?
- 12. Welcome To America! AFew Standard American Diet Numbers • Avg. national daily calorie consumption: 3,770 – Avg. global daily calorie consumption: 2,833 • National overweight and obese children: 33% – Global overweight and obese children: 12% • National annual sugar consumption: 142 pounds per person • National percentage of fast food as part of daily diet: 55%
- 13. Healthy Choices Dietary Suggestionsto Maintain a Healthy Intestinal System • Eat more whole grains, such as wheat and oats • Avoid “white” bread and add whole-grain breads with at least 3 grams of fiber per serving • As you increase your fiber intake, drink at least 8 glasses of fluids a day • Fresh fruits and vegetables are the natural choice
- 14. Healthy Choices Continued DietarySuggestions to Maintain a Healthy Intestinal System • Slowly increase your intake of healthful foods, allowing your digestive tract to adjust • Beans are an excellent source of fiber • Read package labels to compare fiber content
- 15. Products to supporta healthy intestinal system
- 16. Aloe Vera Liquid •Nourishes the digestive and intestinal systems • Soothes internal tissues of the digestive and intestinal tracts • Contain vitamins, minerals and other important nutrients • Supports intestinal health
- 17. Psyllium Hulls • Supportsthe intestinal system • Is an excellent source of soluble fiber • Encourages regular bowel movements • Helps maintain cholesterol levels already in the normal range
- 18. CleanStart • 14-day cleansingproduct that helps rid your body of common colon toxins that affect your overall health and supports natural waste elimination to provide a sense of energy and well- being.
- 19. Food Enzymes • Breakdown toxins and undigested food to keep your intestinal tract healthy. • One capsule digests: – 30 g Protein, – 30 g Carbohydrates – 20 g Fat
- 20. Probiotic Eleven • Aunique combination of healthful friendly bacteria to help maintain and replenish intestinal supply. • Each capsule contains 6 billion microorganisms.
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