The Gut Health Crisis in America
Your stomach churns, energy tanks, you find yourself lying on the bathroom floor holding your stomach because it’s the only thing that makes you feel okay, and you’re not alone. In the United States, 60 to 70 million people grapple with digestive disorders, from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and irritable bowel disorder (IBD), to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Specialists say, chronic gut issues can trigger anxiety and depression U.S. veterans face a particularly tough battle. Gastrointestinal issues account for over 500,000 annual visits to Veterans Health Administration (VHA) facilities. In fact, Joe, an Iraq war, Marine Corps veteran reached out to me on X for help with this important topic. Globally, the numbers are staggering — over 3 billion people suffer from gut-related issues. Let’s unpack gut health and how to fix it naturally.
