Gut Health

Gut health involves much more than digestion. The gut-brain axis is very important. Your gastrointestinal system plays a role in digestion, nutrient absorption, immune function, and communication with the rest of the body.

The gut and brain communicate through neural, hormonal, immune, and metabolic pathways. Because of this connection, digestive concerns can sometimes occur alongside symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, headaches, or changes in mood.

At Delta Neuro Health, we consider gut health as one part of the larger picture.

We start with your history including digestion, nutrition, supplements, prior dietary and environmental exposures, sleep, lifestyle, medications, and neurological symptoms.

When appropriate, we evaluate aspects of nervous system function that influence digestion and regulation, including autonomic function.
Depending on your needs, care may include clinical nutrition, lifestyle recommendations, functional testing, and neurological rehabilitation.

We don't assume one cause fits everyone. We look at your individual symptoms and history to determine what makes sense for you.

Your brain and digestive system are in constant communication.

That's one reason digestive symptoms can sometimes exist alongside fatigue, brain fog, headaches, stress, or other neurological concerns.

Our approach is to look at those connections without oversimplifying them. We consider nutrition, lifestyle, nervous system regulation, and your broader health history when developing your plan.

How to Get started

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Call Us

Schedule a Free Phone Consult to learn if you are a good candidate for our care

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Book an Exam

Learn about your brain through our 3-hour Comprehensive Neurologic Exam

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Start your care

Begin your journey back to health with your individualized treatment plan

Frequently asked questions

What does gut health have to do with the brain?

The gut and brain communicate through neural, hormonal, immune, and metabolic pathways. Digestive health can be one part of a person’s overall neurological and physical health.

Can gut problems cause brain fog?

Digestive concerns can occur alongside symptoms such as brain fog, fatigue, headaches, and changes in mood, but there can be many possible contributors.

What does gut health care at Delta Neuro Health involve?

We look at your digestive history, nutrition, lifestyle, sleep, neurological symptoms, and overall health to determine what areas may need support.

Do you use nutrition to support gut health?

Clinical nutrition may be included in your individualized plan when appropriate.

Do you test for gut health issues?

Functional testing may be recommended when appropriate based on your history and individual needs.

Is gut health connected to the nervous system?

Yes. The digestive system and nervous system communicate continuously, including through the autonomic nervous system.