Tag: gut
We Aren’t Pooping Enough, Here’s Why
Hear the word fiber and you probably think of bran cereal. And you probably have the vague sense that you should be eating more...
The Skinny on the Aloe Vera Cleanse
Aloe vera has been used for centuries as a remedy for burns and skin abrasions. It has strong anti-inflammatory properties and is also anti-bacterial....
Rise in Whooping Cough Linked to Gut Health and Obesity in...
Around the world, whooping cough is being seen at the highest rates in 50 years. In a recent study from Australia, researchers are finding...
Katie Humphrey’s Top 5 Healthy Alternatives [Video]
Recently, our very own Katie Humphrey shot a quick 4 minute video in a cute little organic health store in her hometown of Ocala,...
Your Intestinal Flora Determines Your Healthy Aging
Your dietary changes may be linked to how you age, according to new research. Studies show that their diet and the microorganisms living within...
Feed Your Gut Healthy Microbes
There's a lot more going on in your gut than just digestion, absorption and excretion. Trillions of microorganisms inhabit your intestines. In fact, there...
Boost Gut-Friendly Bacteria to Reduce Your Risk of Cancer
Consuming probiotics--live "friendly bacteria and yeasts" that are added to foods or taken as a supplement--is another way to bolster your gut's population of...
“B” Smart – Reduce Inflammation, Bowel and Cognitive Issues with B...
Recent research published in the Journal of Nutrition shows that low levels of B vitamins in blood plasma is linked to systemic inflammation, cardiovascular...
Check Your Poop to See if Your Gut is Healthy
Changing the makeup of your intestinal bacteria requires long-term commitment, says Gastroenterologist Dr. Satish Rao, MD, Ph.D. It takes about three to six months...
Gettin’ Dirty Can be Good for Your Immune System
Think about how many times your mom told you to not eat the dirt outside. For many of us, it was a sin to...
