I’ve been pescatarian for the last 7 months and it has transformed my body, diet and perception of food. In my quest to finally see definition in my abs, I’ve been doing a lot of research into dietary habits. I’ve done keto, paleo, and gave up so many different types of foods, and haven’t seen the same results as I’ve seen being a pescatarian. I am by no means perfect with this diet, I allow myself two cheat meals a week to take the pressure off. I also eat one pescatarian meal a day and eat vegetarian meals for the rest of the day. My research has taught me that a healthy gut equals a healthy life. About 70% of our immune system is housed in our gut.
The only way to keep a healthy gut is to supply your body with what it needs to absorb nutrients and break down waste. AKA you need to make sure you’re digesting your food properly. The digestive tract plays a vital role in your health. Even a healthy person can experience digestive problems due to things such as a lack of fiber or probiotic-rich foods in their diet.
Our gut breaks down the foods we eat and absorbs nutrients that support our body’s functions — from energy production to hormone balance, skin health to mental health, and toxin and waste elimination. If you’ve found yourself feeling down more often than usual, it could be because of what you’ve been eating lately. When your digestion is compromised, your body can under-produce a hormone called serotonin. Low serotonin is attributed to anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. It may not be the case for every person with these issues, but improving your diet may relieve brain fog, sadness, and low energy.
I hope this insight helps you improve your health & wellness! Feel free to reach out or comment below with any questions.