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Gut Health Subsystems

Meaning

Gut Health Subsystems are the complex, interconnected functional components within the gastrointestinal tract, specifically including the gut microbiome, the integrity of the intestinal epithelial barrier, the enteric nervous system (ENS), and the gut-associated lymphoid tissue (GALT). In the context of hormonal health, the proper function of these subsystems is paramount for nutrient assimilation, the detoxification of circulating hormone metabolites, and the crucial regulation of the enterohepatic circulation of sex hormones. Dysfunction in any subsystem can precipitate systemic inflammation and subsequent endocrine dysregulation.