Mayo Clinic Guide to Gut Health

A comprehensive guide to understanding your gut, its influence on your health and what you can do to protect it. The human gut is tasked with all things related to digestion, but your gut does far more than just break down food you eat. Often referred to as the “second brain,” it plays a central role in maintaining health throughout the body. In constant communication with your brain, your gut influences your mood, helps regulate your immune system and helps balance your hormones.