One of the most prevalent diseases out there today has to do with digestion: Celiac disease. While few people clearly understand exactly what Celiac disease is; even fewer know they have it. It was recently found that approximately 97 percent of people with Celiac disease have never been diagnosed. In this article, we will discuss […]
Category: Digestive Health
March 25, 2017
The Surprising Link Between Constipation and Parkinson’s
In a recent study, conducted at the world famous Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, researchers have found what they believe to be a link between an increased risk of developing Parkinson’s disease and those who suffer from constipation. The study, conducted by Mayo’s Dr. Walter A. Rocca and colleagues, found that a history of constipation […]
March 25, 2017
Health Quiz: Can You Name 5 Veggies that Cause Gas?
While the occasional bouts with gassiness happen to you from time to time, they are usually the result of a particular food item that you ate. In most cases these occurrences are nothing more severe than mildly uncomfortable and a source of temporary embarrassment for you and those around you. For others of you, the […]
March 25, 2017
Know Your Probiotics: Benefits of Lactobacillus Plantarum
You’ve most likely been hearing the praises of probiotics lately, and it’s no surprise why. Research on probiotics has suggested health benefits ranging from digestive support to promoting healthy cholesterol. But which strains of “good bacteria” should you be incorporating into your daily regimen? In our probiotic series, we take a look at four of […]
March 24, 2017
Probiotics: Not Just For Your Gut
Probiotics are often recommended for those with digestive and stomach problems but recent research indicates that they can do a lot more by way of health benefits. While probiotics are often recommended for those who have conditions such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome, a study published in Vaccine found that there are numerous health benefits to […]
March 24, 2017
Probiotics: New Form of Relief for Hay Fever Sufferers
For years, hay fever sufferers have had to endure the sneezing, sniffling and all-around breathing difficulties that just came with the season. However, new research is hinting that probiotics have the power to help the body’s immune system adjust to grass pollen, which is the most common culprit of hay fever and other seasonal allergies. […]
September 20, 2013
Probiotics For Mind, Body, and Immune Health
(part 3 of 3, Probiotics Series) Now that you know what probiotics are, how to increase their presence in your body, and are fully aware of the large number of benefits that they bring with them – what’s left? In the second article of this series, we briefly touched on another benefit that is harder […]
September 18, 2013
Probiotics, Good For Your Health, And Fight Over 170 Ailments
(Part 2 of 3 part series) In the first article of this 3 part probiotics series, we introduced the idea of probiotics as a way to balance the hundreds of types of bacteria that naturally exist within your body. In this piece we will cover the different ways to consume probiotics, introduce prebiotics, and delve […]
September 10, 2013
Probiotics, One Key To Maintaining Optimum Health
While consuming microscopic organisms and bacteria on purpose may seem strange — or even disgusting to most people, it’s actually something you should do on a regular basis to maintain a healthy immune system… in the form of probiotics. What Exactly ARE Probiotics? Probiotics are tiny, living microorganisms (also known as microflora or beneficial bacteria) […]
February 12, 2013
The Power of Prebiotics
The Power of Prebiotics and Why Probiotics Alone Aren’t Enough You know about probiotics – the healthy bacteria that can help you maintain good digestive health (and good overall health). But have you heard of prebiotics? Many people haven’t, which is a shame, as they are an essential part of the benefits you get from […]
