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THE CONNECTION BETWEEN THE GUT, THE LIVER, 
THE LYMPHATIC SYSTEM and THE KIDNEYS
And how these affect your overall health.

The effect these systems have on different systems in the body

The Gut is responsible for digestion, nutrient absorption, housing beneficial microbiota (beneficial microbiota are essential microorganisms - bacteria, viruses, and fungi - living in the human body, particularly the gut, that support digestion, vitamin synthesis, immune function and protection against pathogens), and play a central role in the immune system.
Interconnections Metabolites (small molecules produced or used during metabolism that break down food for energy generated by gut microbiota) play an important role in affecting the health of the kidneys and heart, forming what is known as the gut-kidney-heart axis.
The Liver filters blood coming from the digestive tract, produces bile, aids in immune function, metabolizes fats, and removes toxic substances.
Interconnections Filters blood before it joins general circulation to the heart. It is involved in fluid balance regulated by the kidneys and lymphatic system.
The Kidneys filter blood to remove waste products and excess fluid, regulate electrolyte and fluid balance, and produce hormones like renin (Renin is an enzyme produced by the kidneys that regulates blood pressure and fluid balance by controlling sodium and water levels and is released in response to low blood pressure, low sodium, or high potassium).
Interconnections Closely linked to the heart and gut. Kidney dysfunction affects gut permeability and promotes uremic toxins (harmful substances that build up in the blood when failing kidneys can't filter them out, causing symptoms like fatigue, nausea, itching, and confusion) which are harmful to the cardiovascular system. 
The Lymphatic System collects excess fluid from tissues and returns it to the bloodstream, absorbs fats from the gut, and is a crucial part of the immune defense.
Interconnections It drains into the veins near the heart, affecting how fluids move through the cardiovascular system. To work properly, it depends on muscle movement and breathing to pump lymph fluid.
The Cardiac System pumps blood throughout the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients and carrying away waste.
Interconnections All other organs depend on the heart's pumping action for blood flow. Heart conditions, such as heart failure, can impact blood flow to the kidneys and liver, creating a "vicious circle" of organ dysfunction.

The Effect on the Brain

The gut microbiome influences the brain through the gut-brain axis by producing neurotransmitters, controlling inflammation, and signaling via the vagus nerve. These activities affect mood, thinking, and behavior. If the microbiome is out of balance, it can interfere with these processes, raising the chances of experiencing brain fog, mood disturbances, and mental health problems.

Similarly, the liver impacts the brain through the liver-brain axis, a system of ongoing communication. When the liver can't properly remove toxins such as ammonia, these substances accumulate in the bloodstream, reach the brain, and disrupt its function which interferes with brain cell energy production and communication, resulting in cognitive difficulties, sleep disturbances, and impaired coordination. 

Kidney health impacts the brain via the "kidney-brain axis." When kidney function is impaired, toxins accumulate in the body, leading to inflammation, blood pressure irregularities, and electrolyte imbalances. This results in brain fog, cognitive difficulties (such as memory or attention loss), mood disturbances (like depression), sleep disruptions, and a higher risk of stroke or dementia. The brain also affects kidney function through nerve signals and hormones including renin.

The lymphatic system is the brain's way of removing waste, using cerebrospinal fluid to clear excess proteins produced by active neurons and other brain cells.

The Effect on Adrenal Fatigue:
Gut health is closely linked to how well your adrenal glands work. Ongoing stress or adrenal problems can upset the balance of gut bacteria, slow down digestion, and increase intestinal permeability. The adrenal glands sit just above the kidneys and are affected by kidney health; trouble with the kidneys can worsen gut imbalances and trigger more inflammation. In serious cases, reduced adrenal function may even lead to kidney failure. The liver helps detoxify the body and makes hormone precursors for the adrenals, but if the adrenals don't function properly, the liver's metabolism may suffer and cause temporary rises in liver enzymes. 

The Role of Probiotics
Throughout the body, there are trillions of bacteria and other microorganisms which ensure various processes and reactions in the body are functioning properly. The vast majority of these microorganisms can be found in the intestinal tract, and this ecosystem is known as the gut microbiome. When the gut microbiome has an imbalance of beneficial and pathogenic bacteria, the body suffers from dysbiosis, which affects the body in a multitude of ways. Microbiome imbalances have been linked to a host of diseases, from gastrointestinal and mental health disorders, to heart conditions and autoimmune diseases. 
Probiotics support the kidneys, liver, and lymphatic system mainly through gut-organ interactions by lowering inflammation and toxin production. They help the kidneys filter toxins and strengthen the gut barrier to decrease inflammation. By reducing inflammation and harmful bacteria via the gut-liver axis, probiotics support liver health.  Probiotics lessen the lymphatic load by improving gut health and barrier function, which helps regulate immune responses and reduces chronic inflammation. 70% of our immune system resides in the gut. Probiotics  strengthen this system by enhancing the production of antibodies, promoting the activity of immune cells, and even inhibiting the growth of harmful pathogens which keeps the  immune system  healthy and strong.

PRODUCTS TO SUPPORT THE GUT, KIDNEYS, LIVER AND LYMPHATIC SYSTEM

Derma-Psor is scientifically formulated to help the liver eliminate dangerous toxins, promote cell repair in the liver and to support the liver and lymphatic function. When the liver has broken down harmful substances, its by-products are excreted into the bile or blood. Bile by-products enter the intestine and leave the body in the form of feces. Blood by-products are filtered out by the kidneys, and leave the body in the form of urine.

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Helps relieve stress, boosts energy and endurance, strengthens immunity, balances cortisol and is particularly calming for stress-related fatigue and anxiety. The adrenal glands, liver, and kidneys form a complex, interconnected system to maintain overall bodily balance (homeostasis) in processes such as waste removal, sodium and water balance, and stress response. 

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The kidneys perform many complex and vital functions that keep the rest of the body in balance. Some of the main functions are to:  Help remove waste and excess fluid from the body, filter the blood which helps the liver, help the bone marrow make red blood cells, balance important vitamins and minerals, help maintain blood pressure and keep the bones in the body healthy.

Contains probiotics which support digestive health and help to control harmful bacteria. Digesto-Fast promotes the healing of the intestinal lining and strengthens the mucosal barrier, which can prevent "leaky gut" (increased intestinal permeability). By protecting this barrier, it helps keep harmful substances and pathogens from entering the bloodstream, reducing the burden on the liver, kidneys, and lymphatic system.

DNA-Probio promotes gut and digestive health by reducing food viscosity and provides relief from digestive discomfort.  It supports optimal protein absorption as  undigested protein can cause various health issues, including bloating, gas and inflammation. It promotes immune, skin and cognitive health. It also promotes healthy gut microflora during and after antibiotic use.
DNA-Probio is shelf- and heat stable.

Maintaining optimal lymphatic flow and minimizing waste is essential.  The lymphatic system collects and traps pathogens in the lymph nodes which house infection fighting lymphocytes and returns clean lymph fluid to the bloodstream, allowing the liver and kidneys - which are the primary blood-filtering and waste-eliminating organs - to perform their final processing to remove waste from the body via stool and urine. 

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