If you want to achieve optimal health, probiotics are a good place to start.You need the help of these good bacteria – probiotic bacteria – that live in your digestive tract. And the importance of
Probiotics for women aren’t just about gut health; they’re key players in promoting a robust immune defense as well as better urinary and vaginal health. And when it comes to women's health, all
If you’re exploring natural remedies for constipation, you’ve likely come across sennosides and senna leaf. But what are they, and how do they work? Sennosides, extracted from senna leaves, are
Beyond Probiotics: A Comprehensive Guide to Postbiotics, The Future of Digestive Health and Disease PreventionFoods, beverages, and supplements containing probiotics continue to explode in
A “silent” disease classified as an epidemic by the World Health Organization affects 30 percent of the world's population.As no drug can treat it, scientists are forced to look elsewhere for a
Your digestive tract is supposed to absorb nutrients from your food while keeping toxins and pathogens from entering your body – transporting them down and out.But the protective walls of your
At long last they’re agreeing that eating foods high in flavan-3-ols can boost your health by lowering blood pressure, reducing cholesterol, and controlling blood sugar levels.
About six million Americans suffer from an autoimmune disease that can cut their lives short. It’s an illness that attacks the lining of the digestive tract. In addition to painful gas, bloating and
Severe, epidemic, and crisis are just three of the words used to describe rising rates of obesity. Four out of ten Americans are now classified as “obese”, and this figure is forecast to grow rapidly
Many people eat prunes to promote regular bowel movements. But this fruit has benefits that go well beyond keeping you regular.Over half of Americans age 50 or over have either low bone mass or
Researchers report that about 90 percent of Americans don’t eat enough fruit for optimal health.1Which is a shame, because fruit is a delicious way to get extra nutrients and fiber that can improve
Millions upon millions of bacteria live in your body, the majority of them in your digestive tract. These bacteria can be your best friends for better health or your worst enemies. Many times the
By now you're probably aware of the dangers of the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.Increasingly, infections that can't be killed off with drugs are making people seriously ill and proving
The tiny flax plant, with its slender stem and pale blue flowers, has benefited humans since the Stone Age. From textiles and oils to grains and medicines, flax has played a significant role in human
You know fiber’s good for you.Millions of people boost their fiber intake with fruits and vegetables – or take fiber supplements like Metamucil -- to help with healthy digestion and elimination. A
Intellectually, you know that you should be noshing on more leafy greens and much less refined sugar. And you’ve read scads of “tips” on how to learn to like water better than your favorite
These days the term “detox” is bandied about as the answer to everything from losing weight to beating cancer. Often without much evidence, there’s a widespread belief that putting yourself through
Food allergies are on the rise. The reasons for this surge have been largely a mystery, but now there’s a new clue.The most common food allergies for adults include sensitivities to peanuts, fish,
"I eat eggs most mornings," writes UK bestselling author and science journalist Dr. Michael Mosley."Not so long ago," he continues, "this was considered nutritional suicide."The prevailing medical
The 12th-century Jewish physician Maimonides is perhaps best remembered for his advice to enjoy a bowl of chicken soup to fight off a cold. Modern science supports his idea. Chicken soup has
A particular type of processed food that’s eaten by most of us may be delicious, but its health effects are so serious you shouldn’t go near it.This type of food has been linked to mental health
Warmer weather means barbeques and picnics featuring summertime favorites… corn on the cob, ripe juicy tomatoes, and cold potato salad. But a lot of people skip the potato salad. They think it’s bad
Why does this ingredient, once harvested from goat droppings (eww!), have master chefs and health researchers so excited?You read that right… it was harvested from goat droppings. But not just any
Should we ingest probiotic drinks, the fermented drink called kefir, or foods that feed the good bacteria?
Recently, a deadly fungus superbug called Candida auris became the latest menace to hit hospitals, with 44 cases in New York and 17 in New Jersey.It was especially alarming because some strains are
It seems odd at first glance.Yet cutting edge science is confirming that the health of your brain is dictated not only by what’s going on inside your head, but also by what’s happening inside your
Death Begins In The Colon...Perhaps there is nothing that distinguishes naturopaths from conventional doctors more than their attitude towards the colon (also known as the bowel or the large
Volume 1: Issue #7Common Chemical in Food Packagingis Messing Us Up-->More than 38 million Americans have a thyroid problem, and most don’t know it.It’s a serious concern: When your thyroid goes