This week we discuss the importance of gut health!  Our bodies contain numerous mucosal barriers. They are a mucous membrane made of a layer of epithelial cells that protect the internal environment from the external environment. This membrane lines the digestive, respiratory, and reproductive tracts as well as the eyes. Our primary focus is the digestive tract. The intestinal mucosal barrier serves two main functions: - The foundation of our gut immune system - Absorb nutrientsWhat could cause intestinal damage?- Low HCL and Enzymes- Antibiotics- Infections- Blood Sugar Issues- Antibodies- Stress- Toxins- Food Allergies/IntolerancesTips for Optimizing Gut Health: - Eat Prebiotic Foods (Apples, Asparagus, Garlic, Honey, Artichokes) - Eat Healthy Fats (EVOO, Coconut Oil, Saturated Fats) - Eliminate Gluten and Dairy (try for a few weeks to see if causing more harm than good) - Shop the Perimeter (Focus on fresh, unprocessed foods located on perimeter of store) - Eat In (Cook for yourself to avoid toxins in your foods)Let's start prioritizing habits that promote a healthy gut! Have a great day!If you love the Get Lean Eat Clean Podcast, we’d love for you to subscribe, rate, and give a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Until next time!Links:Watch Get Lean Eat Clean podcast video episodes on YouTube!How to Take Simple Steps to Reclaim the Body, Energy, and Strength You Had 10-15 Years Ago Using My Stepladder System:https://www.stepladdersystem.com/LMNT: A tasty electrolyte drink mix that is formulated to help anyone with their electrolyte needs and is perfectly suited to folks fasting or following low-carb, whole food diets. Free gift with purchase:DrinkLMNT.com/getleaneatcleanUpgraded Formulas hair mineral test (Coupon Code: GETLEAN10) :https://www.upgradedformulas.com/pages/kit?rfsn=6677062.f87541&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6677062.f87541X3 Bar: Variable Resistance Technology allows for a full body workout in only 10 minutes! Use discount code "Save50" for $50 off your purchase! https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100286468-13650338| Listen to the Get Lean Eat Clean Podcast |►Apple Podcasts | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-lean-eat-clean/id1540391210►Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/0QmJzYZsdV6tUNbDxaPJjS| Connect with Brian |►Website | https://www.briangryn.com►Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/bdgryn►Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/getleanandeatclean►Twitter | https://twitter.com/grynnerwinner