Tag: digestive health
Probiotics Aren’t Just for Poop: They Boost Your Brain too
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...
Your Boob Helps Them Kick Butt
It comes as no surprise that research into the benefits of breast feeding finds that the healthiest babies are those who feed on mother’s...
Neurological Health Directly Related to Gut and Intestinal Health
In a recently published study, researchers have discovered that eating a diet high in probiotics that promotes gut and intestinal health can have a...
We Aren’t Pooping Enough, Here’s Why
Hear the word fiber and you probably think of bran cereal. And you probably have the vague sense that you should be eating more...
The Skinny on the Aloe Vera Cleanse
Aloe vera has been used for centuries as a remedy for burns and skin abrasions. It has strong anti-inflammatory properties and is also anti-bacterial....
Study: A Full Belly Doesn’t Cause Nightmares, but Will Wake You...
A person who wakes up during the dreaming phase of sleep is "closer" to the dream and will therefore recall it more vividly. As...
Your Intestinal Flora Determines Your Healthy Aging
Your dietary changes may be linked to how you age, according to new research. Studies show that their diet and the microorganisms living within...
Feed Your Gut Healthy Microbes
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...
Check Your Poop to See if Your Gut is Healthy
Changing the makeup of your intestinal bacteria requires long-term commitment, says Gastroenterologist Dr. Satish Rao, MD, Ph.D. It takes about three to six months...
Prebiotics and Probiotics Work Together for Gut Health
Intestinal health can have a huge impact on your overall feelings of health and well being. Each person has their own unique blend of...
