History of Ceylon Tea

I was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease seven years ago. As you can imagine, I’ve dealt with more than my fair share of plumbing issues: stomach pain, bloating, constipation, urgency, you name it. So it should come as no surprise that I’m the first in line to try any natural remedy that promises gut health. I’ve learned the hard way that listening to your gut is more than just tapping into your intuition. When my stomach balloons, I get an eczema flare-up, or I’m on an emotional rollercoaster, I go straight to the source—my gut. If your overall health and well-being were a movie, your gut would be the leading lady. 

When I got word that consuming green tea extract is the new holy grail to keep your gut health in check, I had to get to the bottom of it. I asked Dr. Erin Hendriks, board-certified physician and functional medicine practitioner at Salvo Health, to weigh in on the latest gut health trend. She helped break down what it is, its benefits, and how we can get in on it. Whether you’re looking to heal symptoms or keep your gut happy, read on as we spill the tea (literally).