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Dysbiosis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments, and Natural Approaches

Dysbiosis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments, and Natural Approaches
Gut dysbiosis is the most recognized form of microbial imbalance, but disruptions can occur throughout the body, affecting overall health. The Epoch Times/Shutterstock
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Millions of people suffer from dysbiosis, yet it often goes undiagnosed. An unhealthy imbalance in the microbes that live in the body—dysbiosis can affect nearly every aspect of health. Its wide-ranging symptoms and lack of standardized testing make it difficult to identify and easy to overlook.

Microbial disruption associated with dysbiosis triggers chronic inflammation, contributing to a range of chronic health conditions, including gastrointestinal, mental, neurodegenerative, autoimmune, and metabolic diseases.

Terri Ward
Terri Ward
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Terri Ward, MS, is a functional nutritional therapy practitioner and certified gluten-free practitioner, holding a master's degree in human nutrition and functional medicine. Specializing in helping people with food sensitivities, autoimmunity, and other gut-related issues, she helps them reduce inflammation and heal their guts to reclaim energy and vitality and reboot the immune system. Terri has authored cookbooks on the alkaline diet and diverticulitis.
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