Understanding the Benefits of Dietary Fiber
Understanding the Benefits of Dietary Fiber What is Dietary Fiber? Dietary fiber is a component of plant-derived food that cannot be completely broken down by digestive enzymes. It passes through the small intestine almost undigested and is partially or fully fermented in the large intestine. Fiber sources include cereals, legumes, vegetables, fruits, and seeds. Key […]
Maintaining Gut Health During the Festive Season
Maintaining Gut Health During the Festive Season As the festive season ramps up with Christmas gatherings, social outings, and indulgent meals, it’s crucial to remember the impact of diet on gut health. Our gut microbiome not only affects digestion but can also influence our mood and overall well-being. Here are some tips to help keep […]
Enhancing Gut Health Beyond Diet
Enhancing Gut Health Beyond Diet: Four Lifestyle Changes Introduction to Gut Health While diet plays a crucial role in maintaining a healthy gut microbiome, there are several non-dietary practices that can also significantly impact gut health. Embracing these practices can complement dietary efforts and contribute to overall well-being. 1. Sleep for Gut Health Adequate sleep […]
Diarrhea
Understanding Diarrhea: Causes and Management What is Diarrhea? Diarrhea is characterized by loose, watery stools, often accompanied by an increase in the frequency of bowel movements. It’s usually short-lived, lasting one to two days. However, if diarrhea persists for more than a few days, it may indicate a more serious issue. Common Causes of Diarrhea: […]
Probiotics & Immunity | Building Resilience
From birth to old age, the gut microbiota play a significant role in our immune system’s maturation, function and regulation. Trillions of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites co-evolve in relationship with our immune system participating in defensive responses to potential antigens.3,12 Probiotics can influence the gut microbiota, affecting their composition, structure and metabolites. They also […]
Synbiotics: a Holistic Approach to Gut Health & Beyond
Why do we need Prebiotics
What is the difference and why does it matter?
Healthy Blood Glucose Balance
Blood sugar, or glucose, is crucial for providing energy to the cells throughout our body. It is derived from carbohydrate foods such as bread, pasta, rice, fruit, and sugar. These are broken down into glucose and absorbed into the bloodstream, which causes blood glucose levels to rise after eating. Proper blood sugar control is crucial, […]
Peppermint Oil As Treatment
Peppermint oil has been used for centuries as a medicinal treatment for all types of conditions including headaches, menstrual cramps, arthritis and IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). It is that last point of IBS where there has been a lot of research interest to see how effective peppermint oil can be in treating the discomfort of […]
Maintain Good Gut Health
You are what you eat. And when it comes to your gut health, what you eat has a big impact on keeping you and your gut in good shape. When your gut isn’t healthy, it can affect your mental health, mood, body weight, and a number of digestive disorders. Feeding your gut microbes Before you […]