Beginning at the mouth, through the oesophagus, continuing through the stomach, the intestines and ending at the anus, the long tube that controls the passage of food and its absorption is called the gut. Previously, this portion of the body was said to be responsible for digestion and absorption and issues in this area would only be addressed where a digestive abnormality was found.
Beginning at the mouth, through the oesophagus, continuing through the stomach, the intestines and ending at the anus, the long tube that controls the passage of food and its absorption is called the gut. Previously, this portion of the body was said to be responsible for digestion and absorption and issues in this area would only be addressed where a digestive abnormality was found. In recent years, however, research has indicated that the microbiome found in this area controls more than simply digestion, but a whole host of other functions and ultimately the homoeostasis of the body. It is essential to manage the bacterial population of this region for a good balance in health and well being and naturopathy aims to do this by addressing why the microbiome was affected in the first place.