Key points from article :
Many evidences suggest exercise changes gut microbiome.
One study found exercise promotes the growth of bacteria which produce butyrate.
Butyrate can promote repair of the gut lining and reduce inflammation.
Exercise-induced shifts in microbiota guards against obesity, improve metabolic function.
The type of exercise also has different effects on the changes seen.
Rodents studies found that being forced to run on a wheel induced different changes.
In comparison to moderate exercise done when the mouse wanted to.
Studies on immune system also found that exercise decreases inflammatory signals.
Also promotes a more “regulated” environment, in the gut lining and beyond.
A good gut bacteria is known to reverse weight gain and insulin resistance in mice.
It also increases natural cannabis-like molecules controlling gut inflammation.
This is pronounced in runners and cyclists, providing them pain relief, improved mood.
