Upper GI dysfunctions include low stomach acid, bacterial infections such as H.pylori or malabsorption.  The Upper GI dysfunction can lead to decreased absorption of minerals (calcium and iron) and vitamins (B12). Long term or frequent use of antibiotics and antacids blocks the action of HCL in the stomach. Low stomach acid interfere with digestion of protein and can inhibit further digestion and absorption of food and nutrients in the small intestine.

Liver and Gall Bladder: Liver and Gall bladder dysfunctions include liver congestion, low enzyme activities, phase 1 and phase 2 detoxification pathways imbalances, inability to digest fats, fatty acids deficiencies, fat soluble vitamins deficiency, gall bladder obstruction, reduced bile production, higher oxidative stress, hyperlipidemia, gall stones, and toxic overload. Liver is main detoxifying organs in the body. All toxins, hormonal metabolites and endogenous toxins are detoxified by the liver. The bile produced in liver is stored in gall bladder which helps to excrete the toxins out of the body. Any dysfunction in the liver or gall bladder have impact on our health status.

Small Intestine: Small intestine plays an important role in digestion of foods and nutrient absorption. Small intestine has bile duct opening into it for emulsification of fats (making fats water soluble). It also has pancreatic enzyme supply from the pancreas which helps to digest the carbohydrates, protein and fats. The small intestine issues includes SIBO, Leaky gut syndrome, food allergies and sensitivities, malabsorption, dysbiosis or IBS. The small intestine has villi like structure to increase the surface area for maximum absorption of nutrients. This also makes small intestine more prone to damage and abuse. The medications such as pain killers, antibiotics, antacids and hormonal pills disturb the normal flora of the intestine. The Leaky gut has strong connection to all Autoimmune diseases.

Large Intestine – Large intestine holds billions and trillions of bacteria. These bacterias play important role in production of immune cells and short chain fatty acids. SCFA’s neutralise toxins, produce endogenous vitamins and minerals and control inflammation. The kind of food especially dietary fibre affect the population and growth of these useful flora. The large intestine dysfunctions include constipation, gas, IBS, IBD, colitis and colorectal cancers. The large intestine plays an important role in excretion of toxins and hormonal metabolites by binding them with fibre via stool.

Blood Sugar Dysregulation – Blood sugar dysregulation can lead to insulin resistance, obesity, inflammation, metabolic syndrome, hyperlipidemia, diabetes type 2 and thyroid issues. Insulin resistance in an important risk factor for cardiovascular disease, inflammatory disease, PCOS and hormonal imbalances. It can potentially affect every gland and its hormone.

Adrenal Health – Adrenal Health refers to optimal levels of hormones and neurotramstters produced by adrenal gland. In general, adrenal gland is known as stress gland. It produces catecholamines such as aderanline, noradrenaline, DHEAS and cortisol. Cortisol plays an important role in controlling the inflammation and repairing process when damage happens. High or low levels creates affects other hormones production and action. Chronic high levels of cortisol can lead to inflammation and lowers immune response. It also affects digestive system functions. Adrenal issues includes unexplained fatigue, loss of energy, inflammation, weight gain, hypothyroidism, Cushing’s syndrome, fibromyalgia, insulin resistance, slow recovery and immune dysfunctions.

Vitamin, mineral and fatty acid deficiencies – Vitamins and minerals are necessary for optimal functioning of all physiological functions in the body. The optimal values are different from the normal reference ranges of labs. Optimal levels of vitamins and minerals are essential for good health. We are not looking for out of the range values but within a narrow functional range which is nessacesary to run all functions effectively. Like normal lab values for vitamin B12 is 200-800 but optimal levels are above 500. Fatty acids are integral part of every cell membrane. Fatty acids especially omega-3 are anti-inflammatory and also aids in brain cell repair and regeneration. Values below optimal range suppress or inhibit metabolic functions and can also leads to low hormonal production or imbalances. B complex especially B12 and folic acid supports methylation process in liver phase 2 detoxification. Optimal levels reduce the risk of many diseases.

Female hormonal system is the most complex system ever made. Hormone production, transportation , action and excretion is affected by our nutritional status. The food we eat, stress, lifestyle, nutritional status, toxins, gut and liver health plays an important role in maintaining the intricate balance between different female hormones. Female hormone imbalances are characterised by PCOS, endometriosis, fibroids, Hyo/Hyper thyroid, oestrogen dominace, infertility, weight gain and even cancers. Body maintains a delicate balance between oestrogen, progesterone, testosterone, SHBG, cortisol, insulin and DHEA. High or low levels of any of these hormones affect the other causing various health conditions and symptoms which then later on translates into diseases.

Male Hormonal Health – Male hormones primarily include testosterone, DHEA, oestrogen, DHT and prolactin. The male hormones are affected by food, nutritional status, lifestyle and stress. Male hormonal issues includes andropause (low testosterone levels), low bone density, increased risk of cardiovascular health, infertility, brain health, erectile dysfunction, alopecia and weight gain. High sugar and high carb diet negatively affects testosterone production, transportation and action.

Upper GI dysfunctions include low stomach acid, bacterial infections such as H.pylori or malabsorption.  The Upper GI dysfunction can lead to decreased absorption of minerals (calcium and iron) and vitamins (B12). Long term or frequent use of antibiotics and antacids blocks the action of HCL in the stomach. Low stomach acid interfere with digestion of protein and can inhibit further digestion and absorption of food and nutrients in the small intestine.

Upper GI dysfunctions include low stomach acid, bacterial infections such as H.pylori or malabsorption.  The Upper GI dysfunction can lead to decreased absorption of minerals (calcium and iron) and vitamins (B12). Long term or frequent use of antibiotics and antacids blocks the action of HCL in the stomach. Low stomach acid interfere with digestion of protein and can inhibit further digestion and absorption of food and nutrients in the small intestine.