Digestion and it’s Impact on Lyme: Part 1

This is a blog about Lyme Disease, so why do I stress so much importance on digestion? Gut symptoms are common in people with Lyme Disease. In fact, gut issues are common in people with all sorts of illnesses. When we look at the body as an interconnected world, we can understand why.

Here are just a few ways the digestive system affects other bodily systems:

• The intestinal lining has a layer of immune cells, which keeps foreign pathogens (ingested along with food) out of our bloodstreams.
• Digestive enzymes and stomach acids defend against pathogens.
• Digestive enzymes break down foods.
• The digestive system absorbs nutrients from broken down foods needed for hormone synthesis, neurotransmitter synthesis, for growth, repair and maintenance of organs.

This article will give you an introductory understanding of the digestive system, its components and how it works. Read more “Digestion and it’s Impact on Lyme: Part 1”