Your liver is a wonderful organ that conducts over 500 functions, including detoxification, production of bile, metabolism and storage of nutrients, and creation of proteins. That’s a lot of work to do each day! It is important for the liver to process fat-soluble toxins (such as medications, pesticides, fluoride, heavy metals, air pollution, phthalates, etc) [...]
Did you know that parasitic infections are more common than you would think? It doesn’t just take drinking contaminated water in a foreign country to pick one up! You might think that having a parasitic infection would cause very obvious signs and symptoms, as some parasitic infections do; however, other types of parasites cause very [...]
Your pancreas is a neat organ in that it has a dual function. It functions to regulate your blood sugar, via insulin and glucagon production, as well as aids in digestion via the production of enzymes that break down your fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. When these food particles aren’t fully broken down, it becomes challenging [...]
Diverticulosis is a disorder where small pouches, called diverticula, develop in the wall of your large intestine. Most diverticulosis cases are seen in individuals over the age of 40 and in those with sedentary lifestyles and low fiber diets. Diverticulosis can turn into diverticulitis if any of the pouches becomes inflamed and this can [...]
H. Pylori is a normal bacteria found in our stomach. However, when the immune system becomes weakened, it can burrow itself in our stomach lining and create a variety of disturbances, such as stomach ulcers, gastritis, and potentially stomach cancer. Symptoms Upper abdominal discomfort Belching Bloating Feeling full after eating a small amount of food [...]
Hypochlorhydria, or low stomach acid, can cause a variety of symptoms in the digestive tract, as well as in other systems of the body. When we are not producing enough stomach acid, we are not able to break down our proteins efficiently and offset microbes as effectively. Below are some of the causes, symptoms, and [...]
Candida albicans is a normal yeast found in our gut. However, it becomes problematic when it overgrows due to a variety of lifestyle factors and toxins from our environment. And, it is not the Candida itself that causes issues when it overgrows, but the toxic chemicals that it releases, contributing to the following concerns listed below. Common symptoms include: [...]
We all know important nutrition is to maintain our health - it is the fuel which we use to function and the support we need to grow new cells and repair any damaged tissues. Superfoods for Super Smooth Skin: Antioxidants: antioxidants combat oxidative stress caused by free radicals, toxic molecules produced during normal oxygen metabolism within our [...]
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 [...]
