Beyond. Health and Wellness Magazine June 2016 | Page 14

The repair part of gut health is often
overlooked but essential. Whenever
there has been any damage to the
gastrointestinal system, then the
integrity of the system has to be rebuilt.
L-glutamine is a vital amino acid that
is needed in this process. It can be
combined with other repairing super
supplements like aloe, licorice, and
The effects that it specifically has on
the digestive system are amazing.
zinc. I also recommend anyone with
intestinal inflammation to make sure
L-glutamine heals the gut lining to
combat any effects of leaky gut. The cells that they are getting enough Vitamin D.
of the intestines use the amino acid to
L-glutamine usually comes in powder
rebuild and repair the intestines. It can
form, and I highly recommend that
help with stomach pain and digestive
you start slowly and increase to the
discomfort by helping to protect the
stomach tissue. And it helps with mucus recommended dose to make sure that
production in the digestive system which you tolerate it. Some people do have to
is necessary for both proper gut function start out on a really small dose to allow
the gut to heal slowly.
and gastrointestinal repair.
L-glutamine is an essential amino acid
that can be used specifically to help
heal the gut and is vital for gut health,
brain health, and lean muscle mass. By
taking it in supplement form, you can
utilize it to rebuild the integrity of the
digestive system.

WATER WITH LEMON
FOR BETTER DIGESTION

High in Vitamin C.
Helps create digestive enzyme.
Promotes detoxification.
Either squeeze lemon juice into your water or
add thin slices to your water or tea.
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