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Foods rich in these amino acids include milk, chicken, turkey, fruit, such as bananas and kiwi, dried fruit, chick peas, cheese and eggs. Dark organic chocolate with at least 70% cocoa; also rich in magnesium would also be a good choice.<\/p>\n

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Serotonin also acts as an internal body clock, which in turn determines our sleep and wake cycles. If we do not take care of this neurotransmitter, apart from being low in spirits, we will find it hard to sleep.<\/p>\n

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We have discussed the importance of optimum brain nutrition, but for communication with our intestine we also have to ensure a healthy intestinal ambit.<\/p>\n

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Intestinal Balance<\/h2>\n

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The main protagonists are probiotics<\/strong>. These will participate in promoting good intestinal flora. We must populate our intestine with the following microorganisms: lactobacillus acidophillus, Bifidobacterium bifidum, B. longum, B. breve or B. lactis. Dairy products are foods in which we can easily find these microorganisms. Examples would be yogurts fermented with streptococcus thermophilus bulgaricus or milk fermented with L. acidophillus. However, members of society have become increasingly intolerant and sensitive to dairy products. The intestine and its mucosa has been damaged, and this irritation can eventually cause inflammations such as rhinitis, sinusitis, arthritis, osteoarthritis … likewise many more immune problems and new complaints are currently emerging. With that said; the best option would be to replace dairy products with foods such as kefir water or kombutcha, which act as great probiotics. Notably, any dietary change you may wish to make should always be informed and guided by a professional specialist to avoid nutritional deficiencies that might lead to other possible diseases<\/p>\n

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Water and fiber as nutrients will complete the optimal balance for a healthy intestine<\/p>\n

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Equally, we should take care to nourish a certain bacteria, found in our intestine, known as Faecalibacterium prausnitzii that flourishes when combined with a starch of resistance. Below is a list of food sources:<\/p>\n

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• Bananas that are not totally ripe: 1 medium banana contains 4.7 g<\/li>\n
• Oat flakes: \u00bc cup raw contains 4.4 g<\/li>\n
• Deep-frozen peas: 1 cup cooked peas contains 4.0 g<\/li>\n
• White beans: \u00bd cup cooked beans contains 3.7g<\/li>\n
• Lentils: \u00bd cup cooked lentils contains 2.5g<\/li>\n
• Noodles: 1 cup chilled noodles contains 1.9 g<\/li>\n
• Cooked, chilled potatoes: 1 medium potato contains 0.6-0.8 g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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  Conclusions <\/strong><\/h2>\n

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  If I do not take care of my intestine and it is unhealthy, I will continue with intestinal problems such as constipation, bloating, diarrhoea, inflammations of different type, a generally depressed defensive system, possible alterations in the skin, mood swings or more serious illnesses … and nor will I be happy; it will be hard for me to wake up.<\/p>\n

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  If today\u2019s doctors do not become tomorrow\u2019s nutritionists, they will become tomorrow\u2019s doctors.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

  Alexis Carrel (1873-1944) <\/em><\/p>\n

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  Carlota Portella Santillana<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

  Diploma in Dietetics and Human Nutrition<\/em><\/p>\n

  Bachelor in Food Technology<\/em><\/p>\n

  Graduated Chef from Hofmann Hospitality School <\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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