India, March 14 -- Gut health plays a far greater role in overall well-being than many people realise. While it is commonly associated with digestion, the gut is also responsible for absorbing nutrients, regulating parts of the immune system and influencing functions that affect the brain, heart and other organs. Because of this, problems in the gut can show up as more than just stomach discomfort - symptoms like bloating, reflux or irregular bowel movements may signal deeper physiological imbalances that deserve attention.

Dr Kunal Sood, an anaesthesiologist and interventional pain medicine physician, has shared five key facts about gut health, covering common concerns ranging from bloating and constipation to the role of fibre intake a...