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Category: Gut Health

Understanding the Gut Microbiome and Its Impact on Health

  • Gut Health
  • Health Care

Have you ever heard the phrase, “trust your gut”? Well, it turns out your gut might have more to do with your overall health than you think. It’s home to trillions of tiny microorganisms—bacteria, fungi, viruses—that make up what’s known as the gut microbiome. This ecosystem plays a huge role in your digestion, immune function, […]

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Understanding the Gut-Brain Axis and Its Influence on Health

  • Gut Health
  • Health Care

In recent years, the connection between our gut and brain has gained significant attention in the world of health and wellness. The gut-brain axis refers to the bidirectional communication system between our gut and brain, involving neural, hormonal, and immunological pathways. This article delves deep into understanding this complex relationship and its profound impact on […]

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The Impact of Chronic Stress on Gut Health

  • Gut Health

Have you ever noticed that your stomach starts acting up when you’re stressed? Maybe you feel a little queasy, or you suddenly have an upset stomach. Well, you’re not alone! Our gut and our stress levels are closely connected, and chronic stress can seriously mess with our gut health. Let’s dive deep into how chronic […]

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How To Restore Gut Health After Colonoscopy

  • Gut Health

Preparing for Gut Health Restoration After Colonoscopy After undergoing a colonoscopy, taking steps to restore your gut health is essential. The preparation for gut health restoration starts even before the procedure itself. Following your healthcare provider’s advice, you should thoroughly clean your colon by following a specific diet and taking prescribed laxatives. This helps ensure […]

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Can Poor Gut Health Cause Hormonal Imbalance

  • Gut Health

Understanding the Relationship Between Gut Health and Hormonal Imbalance Poor gut health can significantly impact hormonal balance. Your gut plays a crucial role in hormone regulation, as it houses trillions of bacteria that help metabolize and produce hormones. When your gut health is compromised, it can throw off the careful balance of these hormones, which […]

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Are Eggs Good for Gut Health

  • Gut Health

The Nutritional Value of Eggs for Gut Health Eggs are delicious and highly nutritious, making them a valuable addition to your diet to benefit your gut health. They contain an abundance of vital nutrients that support digestive health. Eggs are a high-quality protein source that encompasses all nine essential amino acids critical for developing and […]

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What Supplement is Good for Gut Health

  • Gut Health

Probiotics Supplements for Gut Health Beneficial bacteria known as probiotics can improve gastrointestinal health. They work by restoring the natural balance of microorganisms in your intestines, which can be disrupted by factors such as diet, stress, and antibiotics. Supplements containing probiotic strains of these advantageous bacteria can efficiently assist the digestive system. It’s essential to […]

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Revolutionize Your Gut Health with Holistic Gut Specialists

  • Gut Health
  • Holistic Medicine

Importance of Gut Health Taking care of your digestive health is essential to staying healthy generally. Your digestive system is essential for getting nutrients into your body, eliminating trash, and keeping your immune system healthy. When you care for your gut health, you can have more energy, a better mood, and a robust immune system. […]

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Functional Medicine Gut Health

  • Functional Medicine
  • Gut Health
  • Holistic Medicine

Introduction to Functional Medicine Gut Health The patient-centered approach of functional medicine focuses on identifying and treating the underlying causes of diseases in gut health. It is a personalized approach that considers the unique genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors contributing to an individual’s health. One of the critical areas of focus in functional medicine is […]

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How Long Does It Take To Digest Food?

  • Diet & Weight Loss
  • Gut Health

A common question about digestion is how long does it take to digest food? Here is our brief answer to this common concern of people. Digestion is a complex process that begins when we start eating and continues until all food is broken down into small molecules that the body can absorb. Generally, digestion takes […]

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7 Helpful Tips in Digestion

  • Diet & Weight Loss
  • Gut Health

Digestion is essential to a healthy lifestyle, as it affects how we absorb the nutrients from our food. Having tips to improve digestion can help you ensure you’re getting the most out of your meals. Here are 7 helpful tips in digestion to help you get the most out of your digestive system: Tips to Improve […]

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Is Colon Cancer Genetic?

  • Cancer
  • Gut Health

Colon cancer is one of the most common types of cancer and is a significant cause of mortality worldwide. It is estimated that colon cancer accounts for approximately 8% of all cancer-related deaths in the United States annually. The exact cause of colon cancer is still unknown. But certain factors can increase an individual’s risk […]

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The Gut and the Immune System

  • Gut Health

Every day we seem to be learning more and more about the relationship between gut microbiota and immune health. Meanwhile, researchers discovered that the immune system doesn’t activate during nine weeks into gestation. In short, the intestinal epithelial cells work to eradicate damaged cells long before our organs develop. (See “Innate Immunity and the Microbiota” […]

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5 Surprising Things That Hurt Your Microbiome

  • Brain & Emotional Health
  • Colon Hydrotherapy
  • Diabetes
  • Gut Health
  • Holistic Medicine
  • Holistic Nutrition
  • Hormone Health
  • Weight Loss

The human gut contains trillions of bacteria – also referred to as the gut flora or microbiome – and these tiny unicellular organisms play an unfathomable role in overall health. For instance, a healthy gut flora has been shown to improve gut health, heart health, brain health, weight management, and blood sugar regulation, among others. While most of these thousands

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Veggies Boost Probiotic Benefits

  • Colon Hydrotherapy
  • Gut Health
  • Herbal Medicine
  • Holistic Nutrition
  • Men and Woman's Health
  • Weight Loss

Taking probiotics with a Big Mac might not do you any good at all, according to an article published by the Division of Immunology at Harvard Medical School. In fact, The Western diet, very low in dietary fiber, has shifted our gut microbiota to become less diverse than more traditional diets, which is wreaking havoc on

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Exercise Your Guts Out

  • Autoimmune
  • Gut Health
  • Hormone Health
  • Men and Woman's Health
  • Weight Loss

Exercise is good for us, yes? With its wide-range of benefits that include supporting heart, muscle and bone health, the short answer is yes. But could there be repercussions in over-exercising? For some people, yes; intense exercise can lead to leaky gut. In the literature, it is referred to as “exercise-induced gut permeability,” and the mechanism

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