Tag: probiotics
Your Gut May Affect More Than Digestion
The world is full of microorganisms. Up to 40,000 species make their home in the human gut alone. Most, like the lactobacillus found in...
The Surprising Link Between Your Gut and Brain
In a recently published study, researchers have discovered that eating a diet high in probiotics that promotes gut and intestinal health can have a...
The Foods Your Gut Bacteria Love
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...
Are You Taking the Right Probiotic?
Probiotics have been linked to reduced symptoms of diarrhea, upset stomach and gastrointestinal conditions. Adding foods such as yogurt, miso and tempeh to your...
Taking Antibiotics? Eat Some Yogurt, You Still Need Good Bacteria
The health industry is abuzz about the benefits of probiotics. Yogurts, which are a good source of probiotics, of all kind are touted as...
Yes, You Do Need Probiotics
Probiotics seem to be the latest health craze, but you may be wondering what they are and how they could possibly help improve your...
Eat This Type of Cheese to Slash Elevated Blood Pressure
When you think of cheese, heart health may not be the first thing that comes to mind, but Swiss cheese is breaking the mold....
Why Everyone’s Sipping Pickle Juice — And Why You Might Want...
If you think pickle juice is just a salty leftover to toss down the drain, think again. This tangy brine is quickly earning a...
Gut Microbes May Be the Secret Weapon Against Toxic ‘Forever Chemicals’
In a promising breakthrough, scientists at the University of Cambridge believe they may have discovered a surprising ally in the fight against PFAS —...
Why Your Vagina Stinks and How to Fix It
Vaginas can be a touchy subject — even though all of us ladies have ‘em. When you suspect that something may be wrong, it...
