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Define human gut rot.


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Gut rot:

  1. The term "gut rot" refers to an upset stomach caused by excessive consumption of alcohol.
  2. Excessive alcohol consumption can cause stomach inflammation, causing the membrane of the gut lining to become more porous.
  3. Chronic alcohol consumption can result in bacterial proliferation, and changes in the overall makeup of the gut microbiome.
  4. Excessive alcohol consumption can also increase your cravings for processed foods which are harmful to our health.

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