ial | TIEGLIELE. LQ), A HAO nd Wel Vreing Learning To Trust Your Gut: Not As Simple AsIt Sounds (NAPSA)—You've likely heard the wise advice to “trust your gut.” While most of the time that advice is in referenceto decisions thatwill play a big role in yourlife, Dr. John Agwunobi, M.D., M.B.A., M.P.H., Chief Health and Nutrition Officer, Herbalife Nutrition, sug- gests that trusting your gut to keep you healthy is just as important. Support Your Health rc RECON) PEOPLE au MICROBIOME CONTAINS MORE THAN Ts) Uta) SiMe) BACTERIA DyessS SSS (igsy70 CT) cue ya | 1 Ve PROBIOTI Prior leat iiaes3 According to the American Nutri- Give your gut a boost with good nutrition and beneficial bacteria. the United States experience some form of digestive issues and intestinal imbalances associated with occasional diges- ficial flavors, colors, artificial sweeteners tion Association, 70 million people in tive issues, abdominal discomfort, bloat- ing or diarrhea. Most people would agreethatit’s important to eat a balanced diet with the right vitamins, minerals and nutrients to help maintain a healthy lifestyle. It is also important to introduce healthy, active andlive bacteria into your body in order to build a healthy microbiome, which is a collection of the microorganismsthatlive in your gut. These microorganismshelp protect you from germs, help break down food for energy, and producevital vitamins. Finding Friendly Bacteria So how do you introduce healthy active bacteria into your microbiome? Most people are already doing so without even knowingit, when they eat yogurt or fermented vegetables such as kimchi or sauerkraut. There's also a host of probiotic products available that contain these healthy bacteria. Getting the right ones, however, may take somere- search as they can vary by convenience and effectiveness. An effective probiotic worksto relieve certain intestinal imbalances associated with occasional digestive issues such as abdominal discomfort and bloating, and promotes growth of beneficial, friendly bacteria to main- tain balance within your microbiome. For example, Herbalife Nutrition Simply Probiotic, formulated with BC30, delivers a billion active probiotic cultures that survive the gastric transit to germinate in the intestines where they're needed. At zero calories per serving, the fine white powder is made with non- GMOingredients and contains no arti- or preservatives.It’s gluten free and can be mixedin easily in hotor cold food or liquids, to help maintain balance in your microbiome. “Through proper nutrition and the use of probiotics, such as Simply Probiotic, people battling digestive issues can once again trust their gut,” advises Dr. Agwunobi. Don’t Forget Your Fiber Adults should be eating approximately 30 gramsoffiber a day, but the average intake among adults in the U.S. is only about a third of that. Our busy lifestyles contribute to the problem. When we'reeating on the go, we're less likely to find fiber-rich fruits, vegetables and whole grains that are more typically found at home. Since your body needs both soluble and insoluble fiber, it’s best to eat a widevariety of fruits, vegetables, beans and whole grains. Aim to have a fruit or vegetable with every meal or snack, toss some beans into a soup or salad, and choose whole grains over refined “white” breads, cereals, rice and pasta. Notonly will you get both typesoffiber, you'll also benefit from the vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that these healthy foods contain. By eating right, doing moderate exercise, reducing stress and getting a little help from friendly probiotics, you can trust your gut to keep you healthier and to help you make the right nutrition decisions. Learn More Forfurther facts and to order probi- otics, go to www.herbalife.com.
