Campbell Foundation Health in Cincinnati, OH, offers telehealth solutions to help clients combat obesity, reach a healthy BMI, and start healing their entire bodies through a healthy diet. Before they can get on the road to sustainable weight loss, it’s vital to understand exactly how gut health affects BMI and what you can do to start making positive changes in your life.
The Connection Between Gut Health and Metabolism
Your gut microbiome is full of bacteria. In order to stay healthy, the body needs more good bacteria than bad. However, those who tend to eat processed diets often find that they have more bad bacteria lining their gastrointestinal tract.
The gut biome directly affects how well your body breaks down food, absorbs nutrients, and even stores fat. Your gut health also influences how well your body can extract nutrients from food, process it, and eliminate waste.
In cases of patients with high BMIs, poor gut health can be linked to slower metabolic function.
Your Gut Health Can Dictate Your Risk of Obesity
Research has found that a person’s gut biome can be used to determine their risk of being obese. There are genes in a person’s gut that influence how well their body digests carbohydrates and replicates gut bacteria; by focusing on fostering good gut health, individuals can also improve their chances of sustainable weight loss.
Schedule a Free Weight Loss Consultation
Connect with Dr. Steven J. Campbell, MD, to discuss his telehealth obesity treatments, which offer scientifically supported, evidence-based options for reducing your BMI and keeping weight off. You can book an appointment online or call 919-308-9701.
