Acne is one of the most common skin disorders in the world. What we know is that the skin acts as the second largest detox organ of the body. Much of the research suggests a hormonal component to most forms of acne. While regulating your hormones can be difficult without professional assistance, you may be…
Boosting Your Children’s Gut Health
The human microbiome is comprised of the trillions of bacteria populating the human gastrointestinal system. This collective of microorganisms is complex enough that some experts have begun to consider it as its own organ system. It makes sense that the gut microbiome plays a role in digestion and metabolism, but it may also play an…
How Stress Can Affect the Gut
Whether you have extensive family responsibilities, a demanding job, or simply a lot going on in your life, stress is a relatively normal aspect of modern existence. While occasional stress is expected (and in some cases, healthy), chronic stress can present some serious effects to nearly all aspects of your health, from your mental health…
Your Gut and Brain Connection May Govern How You Feel
While research is ongoing, these gut bacteria are believed to help in a variety of ways, such as supporting your immune system. Another avenue of research suggests a unique interplay between your gut and your brain known as the gut-brain axis. Read on to learn more about the gut-brain axis and how you can support…
What is Coronavirus: Putting Wuhan Coronavirus into Perspective
Recent news about the 2019 Novel Coronavirus originating from the city of Wuhan, China is quite scary. On February 1st, the estimated death toll reached 259 people. An estimated 12,000 were infected in roughly two dozen countries. Later the same day, the BBC reported a death toll of 304, and the total number of infected…
Strengthen Your Gut: Exercises That Can Improve Your Digestive Health
The food you eat plays an integral role in your digestive health, but it’s only one part of a larger picture. You know that regular physical activity is good for your heart, weight, and muscles, but exercise is also an important component for your gut and digestive health. Let’s take a closer look at digestive…
Curb Your Cravings: How to Choose Better Food for Your Gut When Eating Out
Whether it’s large, greasy burgers or chocolate-covered sweets, we all have our occasional food cravings. While these foods can be satisfying in the moment, giving in to your cravings too often can contribute to growing health issues, including gut issues. Let’s take a closer look at the importance of gut health and how you can…
How to Maintain Your Gut Health During the Holidays
With the holidays right around the corner, it’s time to ready your heart, mind, and body for the festivities, from family time to bountiful feasts. While you should by all means enjoy the holidays, it’s also important to keep your gut in check. Read on to learn more about how you can maintain good gut…
Why You Should Take Bovine Colostrum on a Daily Basis
Bovine colostrum is a foundational food packed with a diverse array of essential growth factors, immune factors, vitamins and minerals. Essentially, colostrum is a food, and a superfood at that. Unfortunately, many people don’t realize the importance of taking it every day and opt only to take it when they believe they have a serious…
How an Anti-Inflammatory Diet Benefits Your Health
The human immune system provides a natural defense against bacteria, viruses, and illness related to infection. The process known as inflammation is triggered whenever you injure tissue or whenever the body detects any invading microbes. Inflammation aims to control and prevent infections while the associated tissue is healing. While intermittent, short-term inflammation is necessary to…