Research shows there is a definite connection between traumatic brain injuries and gut inflammation.  It all comes down to the gut-brain axis.

It is shown that as soon as 2 hours after a brain injury, there is an increase in gut inflammatory markers.  Therefore, it is vital to make sure to add in gut support to heal the digestive system.  These supplements include: 

• L-glutamine
• Zinc
• Licorice
• Aloe

 Click here to read the research article referenced in this article:

Traumatic Brain Injury and Intestinal Dysfunction: Uncovering the Neuro-Enteric Axis

This latest research is so fascinating.  It proves the power of the brain-gut axis and the need always to repair a gut in any individual that has had a brain injury.