What lifestyle habits will keep your gut running nice and smoothly? Sleep Quality Receiving adequate and undisturbed sleep (7+ hours of sleep) each night is crucial for a healthy gut. Poor sleep quality causes a reduction in the amount and variety of our beneficial gut bacteria. And, it is a two way street, as gut bacteria can regulate [...]
I am in favor of receiving good nutrients and minerals via the foods we eat. Fiber is our gut bacteria's food source and a diet high in fiber is needed to maintain optimal gut health. Vegetables, fruits, legumes, and seeds are great sources of dietary fiber. You should receive between 25-50 grams of fiber per [...]
Your gut has a few needs to keep things running smoothly. Your gut wants to maintain a variety of beneficial bacteria, produce appropriate stomach acid, release sufficient enzymes to break your foods down, keep inflammation at bay, and release waste matters appropriately. If we feed our gut processed and packaged foods, we are not providing the [...]
What exactly is the gut? The gut is a long hollow tube that starts from the mouth and ends with the anus. Assisting this hollow tube are a few accessory organs (liver, gallbladder, pancreas) that facilitate the digestive process. Towards the end of the digestive tract, the large intestine is home to a multitude of beneficial gut bacteria that [...]
What goes ON your body is just as important as what goes IN your body: What are you absorbing through your personal care products? With all of the delightful smelling personal care products out there, it’s easy to choose your preferred product by your favorite scent. However, many of these common products, including shampoos, body [...]
Water is one of the most important building blocks of good health. We are made up of ~70% water and most people are just not receiving enough water each day. Just as important as receiving enough water is the quality of your water. Did you know that in 2015, about 77 million Americans were drinking water that [...]
You’ve probably heard many times that taking in a few deep breaths can help you remain calm and lower stress levels. Did you know how important receiving adequate oxygen is to our overall health? Your brain alone uses up a ton of oxygen, so the next time you find yourself having difficulty focusing or concentrating, [...]
Thanksgiving Day does not have to leave you feeling stuffed, bloated, and fatigued any longer. With so many options and alternatives for traditional dishes that are dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan-friendly, and other -free and -friendly offerings, there doesn't have to be guilt or physical ailments surrounding this holiday. Below are some suggestions to enjoy the day as [...]
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Did you know that the “cold and flu season” isn’t actually a season of the year? But, because of the amount of people getting sick during this time of the year, it has become a commonly used expression. It has also become common for individuals to just expect they are going to get sick at [...]
