Which part of our body has more neurons than the spine and which part works independently of the central nervous system?
Maybe “Intestine” isn’t your first answer.
But the truth is, our "Intestine" is connected to millions of neurons, which is why the whole intestine system is called the "second brain" of the human body.
The work our digestive system does is not just to absorb food, but more than that.
Here are some amazing facts about our intestine and digestion system.
1) Our digestion process is independent
When we eat food, our food goes through our internal digestion process. Our digestion system has its own independent neural network.
That means our digestion process is independent. It is not dependent on any other parts of the body. It can work on its own.
This work process is called "Internal Neural System" which is connected to "Central Neural System".The system works only to control the digestion process.
This whole network is network of neurones which is connected to intestine and digestion.
After eating food ,our digestion system starts working automatically and complete the whole process independently.
2) Protects us from various diseases
Our digestive organs work hand in hand to protect us various diseases. What we don't know is that it is working silently to keep our body free form diseases.
When we eat food,some bacteria also goes inside our body through foods. It happens when we don't wash our foods when eating. Our digestive organs has own protective measures to kill those bacterias.
When the digestion process going on, "Acids" were released from the digestive glands.
This acids kill some bacterias. On the other hand, almost 70% of immune cells are in the digestive glands.
If there is any problems in the gastrointestinal glands,this can lead to getting infected by cold,flu and fever.
As I've said our digestion system it is working silently,again it is proved that without our active digestion system we can get infected very easily.
3) How many times should you go to the toilet?
Waste we made through digestion,50% of this processed waste is bacteria. Do you know that there are some bacterias which are beneficial to our body?
Yes there are bacterias which are beneficial for our body.
Now let's get back to topic.According to most of the doctors three times everyday and at least three times in a week is normal.
If you are having less than three times a day or a week or having any problems ,it will be very good for you if you consult with a doctor.
4) What kind of foods are good to keep our digestion system healthy?
There is a proverb that you are what you eat. If you eat a lot of junk food like fast foods you will fall ill the very next day on the other hand if you take healthy foods you will surely lead a better life.
There are some foods which are digested very swiftly and some foods like junk foods are harmful for the entire process.
There are lakhs of "Microbials" in our intestine which works to digest some particular foods.
Every "Microbial" group works on a particular food group.
So if you eat what is necessary for your body the "Microbials" can work better to complete the process.
If you eat junk foods the "Microbials" will be unable to complete the process,the foods will remain for a very long time and doing harm to the body.
We should take more diversified foods so that our "Microbials" can work better.
Those who eat junk food and one kind of foods every day,their "Microbials" become less effective.
5) Your digestion process controls your mental state
Never heard it right?Yes whether you will be happy or sad can be dependent on the digestion process.
A common cause of mood swings in our gut is the production of approximately 70% to 90% serotonin in our digestive tract.
Serotonin is a type of chemical messenger that is involved in a variety of body functions ranging from digestive activity to mental illness.
In a word, our mood depends on the release of serotonin.
Long-term stress can reduce the levels of serotonin secretion in the body which can affect our mood, anxiety levels and emotional states like happiness.
Evidence from previous studies on animals and humans suggests that microbial disorders have been found in the intestines of patients with depression and other mental health problems.
A new study on psychobiotics is underway. Where the role of healthy intestinal bacteria in the development of mental health has been highlighted.
So here are some of the suggestions from the experts to keep your intestine and whole digestion system healthy.This will be helpful for you to stay healthy:
1) Eat a variety of foods to keep the intestinal microbial active and strong.
2)Deal with stress in a way that suits you: be it meditation, relaxation, or yoga.
3)If you already have intestinal problems, refrain from alcohol, caffeine and spicy foods.
Because this kind of material can make the problem worse.
4) Try to sleep well. One study found that if you change the way you sleep and disrupt the body's clock rhythm, the germs cycle in your intestine will also be disrupted.
5) Drinking water and fluids every day.
