The gut is the origin of all diseases

The gut is far more than just a simple "conveyor belt" for nutrient absorption and waste elimination.

As a crucial digestive organ, the gut manages nutrient absorption (approximately 99% of nutrients are absorbed here) and is the primary detoxification organ (over 80% of the body's toxins are eliminated through the gut). It also defends against bacterial invasion. The gut's extensive network of nerve cells allows it to make independent judgments and send signals to the body, earning it the title of the "second brain."

Recent scientific research has also revealed the presence of a unique, independent entity within our gut: the gut microbiota.

Our gut is not sterile; it contains a large number of microorganisms, primarily bacteria, which account for 78% of the total microorganisms in the human body, collectively forming the "gut microbiota." These microorganisms and the human body have a close symbiotic relationship. Under normal conditions, they coexist peacefully, but abnormal changes in the gut microbiota can lead to various diseases.

Modern medical research highlights the gut's crucial role, mediated by the gut microbiota, in endocrine hormone regulation, immune responses, and metabolic transformations, forming the gut-X axis with significant implications for liver, kidney, and brain function. Consequently, many chronic diseases are closely linked to the gut and its microbiota. As the gut-X axis gains wider recognition, gut health has become a primary health concern.

The "2021 Gut Health White Paper" indicates that over 90% of Chinese citizens have experienced gut issues.

In 2021, gut disease consultations reached 14.442 million, accounting for 50% of the total consultations over the past three years, with an increasing incidence rate. The age range of gut disease onset is also becoming younger, particularly among office workers, who are frequently affected by constipation, diarrhea, and oral malodor.

Common gut diseases include functional dyspepsia, chronic constipation, lactose intolerance, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, and cancer, with constipation being the most prevalent.

Official surveys reveal a global prevalence of chronic constipation at 15%. The main gut health concerns for Chinese consumers are constipation (43.20%), bloating and stomach pain (41.90%), and diarrhea (39.90%).