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Today I read an article in the New York Times about the possibility of a gut bacteria supplement helping us to run faster. Researchers have found that elite marathon runners have a higher number of gut bacteria called Veillonella. Could it be that supplementing with this veillonella could help increase our ability to run farther? Initial animal studies are promising.

On a related note...
I know from personal experience that your gut "microbiome" (bacteria that sets up residence in your gut) can be a strong factor in determining your overall health. A healthy gut is tandem to a healthy immune system.

Some years ago, I found this out the hard way. I developed digestive difficulties and was diagnosed with colitis, inflammation of the large intestine. Through careful control of my nutrition, I was able to heal completely. Today I am more in tune with my gut health than ever.

I would encourage you this week to consider some things you can do to improve good gut health... Avoid foods that are high in saturated fats, sugar or flour to a minimum, as they increase inflammation. Consume more fruits, vegetables, and unprocessed foods.

Plus you may want to consume yogurt, kefir and fermented foods for their probiotic content.

These guidelines have served me well. Try them for yourself and see if you don’t feel better. I have a ‘gut feeling’ that you will! (Sorry, I couldn’t resist.)
 
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I can honestly say that this challenge has changed my life for the better in so many ways. My overall health has improved and the way I look at food has changed for the better. Nutrition is so important to me now and I no longer feel that I have to diet and that I have adapted a new healthy lifestyle. My transformation has inspired my friends and family to take steps to better their health as well. I feel better about the way I look and have gained confidence in the gym. I feel more confident in who I am as a person and as a husband. This challenge has improved my marriage and has brought us closer together. We now look forward to planning our future of being healthy and having kids someday."
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