Gut health: Tips for taking care of your 'second brain'
MANILA, Philippines — Women are made of resilient stuff.
Moms, for instance, tirelessly balance demanding careers with the never-ending responsibilities of family life, navigating through life’s many challenges with strength and grace. Often putting other people’s needs, especially their families’ needs, over their own, they continue to give so much of themselves, so much so that a recent Milieu Insight survey has shown that 66% of working mothers in the Philippines are constantly struggling to strike a balance between work and family, leaving them with not much time for themselves.
This is why moms need to be reminded that they deserve just as much love, nurturing and time for themselves, and we, their respective families, must make an effort to lead them towards that direction, too. So, more than just gifting them with flowers, chocolates and cakes on special occasions such as Mother’s Day, we must shower them with genuine love, and one of the most meaningful ways we can show that love is by investing in their health, starting from the gut.
Even as more Filipino women are becoming proactive about their health, particularly during pregnancy and postnatal recovery, nutritional deficiencies remain a widespread concern. This has driven a demand for high-quality supplements that provide reliable, long-term support.
While it's true that moms often power through discomfort or stress, they shouldn’t have to. Simple daily practices, such as supporting gut health, can make a significant difference in their well-being.
Often called the “second brain,” the gut is central to overall well-being. It plays a crucial role in regulating mood, supporting cognitive function, boosting immune defense, and managing stress.
For women, hormonal shifts during menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause can disrupt gut health, leading to issues like bloating, fatigue, and constipation. A balanced gut can help ease these fluctuations, promote clearer skin, and improve nutrient absorption. But when it’s out of balance, the gut often sends subtle yet disruptive signals, like indigestion, nausea, or heartburn. Many people look at these symptoms as normal, brushing them off as minor inconveniences, even though they can be early signs of deeper imbalances. Consequently, supporting gut health isn’t just about digestion; it’s vital for emotional resilience, hormonal balance, and long-term wellness. Ignoring these signals means overlooking a vital foundation for overall health.
Recognizing the importance of gut health, especially for moms managing the demands of daily life, LAC Philippines offers two simple yet powerful solutions: GastroRX Digest Enzymes and LAC Women’s Probiotic Complex. These products are designed to support digestive health and overall wellness.
GastroRX Digest Enzymes is a plant-based formula made from fruit and vegetable extracts rich in natural enzymes. It helps break down fats, carbohydrates, and proteins in food, promoting better nutrient absorption and easing common digestive concerns like bloating and gas. It’s ideal for those dealing with stress- or age-related indigestion and comes in a convenient daily stick format. Simply take one to two sticks daily for adults (or 1 stick for children above age 6), either on its own or with water.
Women's Probiotic Complex provides 10 clinically researched strains of beneficial gut bacteria, delivering 30 billion CFUs to promote gastrointestinal, urinary, and immune health. This potent blend helps maintain healthy gut bacteria levels, which diet, stress, antibiotics, and food contamination can disrupt. Fortified with cranberry fruit extract, it helps prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs) by inhibiting harmful bacterial growth. This formula promotes better digestion, eases bloating and constipation, supports skin health by reducing toxins, and strengthens immune health. Taken daily with food, it’s an essential part of any wellness routine.
So, whenever there is an occasion to pamper our moms, or even on an ordinary day, let us choose to offer lasting, everyday support that helps them feel stronger, brighter, and more balanced. With thoughtful digestive care, we empower the women in our lives to continue doing what they do best: loving unconditionally and nurturing endlessly. Let’s celebrate them not just for everything they’ve done, but for who they are — remarkable women who deserve the very best, inside and out.
