Have you heard that health starts in your mouth? Well, that's correct. Gut health is essential to overall well-being. 

Today, 60 to 70 million Americans live with digestive issues. Modern life plays a big part. Lack of sleep, stress from work and trying to keep up with society's commitments — often mixed with poor nutrition and lifestyle habits — can lead to constipation, lack of nutrient absorption, inflammation, bloating and weight changes. About 12% of Americans suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and the most common types of IBS are colitis and Chron's disease. 

Healing your gut is possible, but it takes great effort. It's especially hard when feeling tired and dehydrated. IV therapy is a fast option that can help alleviate symptoms and support digestive health. 

What Is Gut Health?

Gut health refers to how well your digestive system works. Your digestive system is a mix of muscles, good bacteria, fungi, viruses and enzymes. When it's in good shape, your gut is able to absorb nutrients and send them through the bloodstream so cells can use them for energy, repair and growth. 

Think of yourself as a playground where good bacteria, fungi and viruses live and blend together. This mix is the microbiome and plays a major role in your gut health. 

As long as bacteria, fungi and viruses are balanced, everything will be fine. When unbalanced, they can cause digestive distress, leading to different diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease, liver disease, IBS or colon cancer. 

A healthy gut will allow proper digestion, nutrient absorption and regular bowel movements to promote a healthy immune system. When your gut is out of balance, you may experience some of these symptoms:

• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Heartburn
• Dehydration
• Abdominal pain
• Changes in bowel movement
• Blood in your stool

Some of these symptoms can be mild and temporary. If you often experience one or more of them, it can be a more serious problem that requires the supervision of your doctor and an integrative approach. 

What Is IV Therapy?

Intravenous (IV) therapy delivers medicines, vitamins, fluids or other products to the bloodstream through a catheter or small tube inserted into the arm or hand vein. By delivering fluids directly to the bloodstream, your body absorbs more nutrients faster than through food or supplements, allowing your cells to absorb more of what they need to perform their job. 

An IV therapy usually takes 45 to 60 minutes, depending on the amount of mix. A paramedic use gloves to insert a small tube in your vein and allow the IV to drip. Before and after, they'll monitor your vital signs. 

When considering IV therapy, talk to your physician and discuss present and past illness, supplements and medication you are taking, including over-the-counter medicine as well. 

How IV Therapy Supports Gut Health?

IV therapy supports the growth of healthy bacteria and provides vital nutrients and vitamins for the digestive system and minerals for muscle function. It helps your body recover faster from dehydration, gets rid of toxins, relieves stress and improves nutrient absorption. This support is essential to gut health. 

Keep reading to better understand the benefits, potential risks and types of IV therapy for supporting gut health. 

Benefits of IV Therapy for Gut Health

IV therapy can support and help alleviate many symptoms. Here are some of the general benefits of IV therapy for gut health support:

• Symptom relief: IV therapy helps with symptoms of gut health issues such as headaches, fatigue or dizziness.
• Fast rehydration: IV hydration benefits gut health by helping restore minerals lost by dehydration and balancing mineral levels. 
• Improve nutrient absorption: IV therapy gives your cells the necessary nutrients to perform their essential jobs. 
• Supports immune system: The gut plays a major role in your immune system, and IV therapy provides vitamins and minerals to support it. 
• Improves digestive function: IV therapy provides healthy enzymes to your gastrointestinal tract and helps repair the gut lining. 
• Alleviates constipation: A hydrated bowel can increase bowel movements and alleviate constipation. 

IV therapy provides faster relief from illness symptoms, prevents the loss of essential nutrients through dehydration and improves gut health by absorbing essential enzymes, vitamins and minerals. 

Types of IV Therapy for Gut Health

Different types of therapy support gut health. At Rocky Mountain IV Medics, we provide different packages, from symptom relief to support the gut health treatments of irritable bowel symptoms (IBS). Some of the different types of IV therapy for gut health support we provide are: 

• Myers' Cocktail: This cocktail is the best option for symptom relief. It contains magnesium, glutathione, B12, B complex and vitamin C, which help fight bugs and viruses, restore energy and combat fatigue. 
• Immune Plus IV: This product helps you regain strength and fight off bugs. It contains vitamins D, C and zinc to support your immune system. 
• Hydration IV: IV drips for hydration are a saline solution that helps restore fluid balance and aids with constipation.
• Stomach Flu IV: Another option is a customized blend for stomach flu that can help with nausea. The paramedics and registered nurses at Rocky Mountain IV Medics can help you determine the best IV therapy.

IV therapy can support gut health, protect against acute infection and illness due to food poisoning, viruses or bacteria, help manage symptoms and support illness treatment. 

Who Can Benefit from IV Therapy for Gut Health?

Gut health is essential for immune support and overall well-being. Most people can benefit from IV therapy for gut health support, but some individuals will especially enjoy the advantages of regular IV therapy: 

• Individuals with digestive disorders: People with acute or chronic digestive disorders who need help with dehydration, constipation, nutrient absorption or immune support. 
• Athletes or active individuals: Intense activity can result in mineral loss and longer muscle recovery times. IV drips for hydration can help replenish minerals in the body faster. 
• Socially active individuals: IV drips are a great way to rehydrate and support your gut health after a night out or an event. 

IV therapy eases discomfort, alleviates pain and improves health faster than other options. 

Support Your Gut Health With On-Demand IV Therapy

Rocky Mountain IV Medics support your gut health through Mobile IV drips in the Colorado area. Our IV drips are in demand. Our experienced team will determine the ideal blend to alleviate your symptoms and make you feel better faster. We will go to your home, office or hotel so you can make the most of your time or rest if you are feeling down. 

Take advantage of IV drips to support your gut health. Call us or schedule an appointment online for IV therapy today.