Gut: The Inside Story of Our Body's Most Underrated Organ

Interesting Facts

• The gut has its own nervous system called the enteric nervous system, containing about 100 million neurons.
• The gut and brain constantly exchange information through the so-called gut-brain axis.
• The gut microbiota plays a key role in our health, influencing the immune system, metabolism, and even mood.
• The gut can affect our behavior and emotions through the production of neurotransmitters like serotonin.
• The digestive process begins even before food enters the mouth, thanks to visual and olfactory signals.
• The gut can distinguish between beneficial and harmful bacteria, helping to maintain the balance of the microflora.
• Body position during defecation can affect the efficiency of the process; for example, the squatting position is considered more natural and beneficial.