From kefir to kombucha, probiotics are all the rage these days. If you’re a gut health newbie, you might be asking yourself: which source of probiotics packs the most punch? And among never-ending aisles of fermented foods, where in the world should you start? Let’s take a look. Yogurt: A Classic Of all sources of [...]
If you’re reading this, you likely face some sort of stressor regularly – whether it’s work, finances, or kids, some level of stress is just part of modern life. Everyone experiences stress to some degree - but each body responds to it differently. Your body’s physical stress response can make or break your mental health. [...]
You’ve likely heard of inflammation before - it seems to be on every health-food label these days. But what exactly is it, and why is it problematic? Let’s dive in. What is inflammation, and is it unhealthy? Inflammation is how the body responds to damage of some sort. Essentially, it’s the activation of your immune [...]
Ever wonder what happens when we get sick? Of course, we all know some sort of germ invades our body and makes us feel like crap. But what exactly is going on underneath the skin? And what does it have to do with gut health? Let’s take a look. Immune Cells When an invader enters [...]
Have you ever listened to a song that made you feel like you could conquer the world? What about a song that miraculously evokes old memories, bringing tears to your eyes? As we all know - music is pretty emotionally powerful. Understanding the science behind music and the brain can help you use it to [...]
From kombucha to kefir, probiotics are all the rage these days. Food companies are finding ways to give us our boost of probiotics in nearly all types of foods - even candy! Here at IgY Nutrition, we love that people are looking to support their microbiomes with healthy gut bugs. But the spotlight on probiotics [...]
So - you’re looking to optimize your gut health through your diet. Look no further - we’ve got you covered. What Makes a Gut “Healthy?” Let’s quickly go over what a healthy microbiome would look and feel like – and what the microbiome is in the first place. The microbiome is an ecosystem of millions [...]
In 2015, the global retail market value of probiotics was $41 billion, and those supplement sales are projected to grow 37% globally by year 2020. As research continues to explore the link between the gut and overall health, new delivery forms emerge, and consumer awareness grows, the probiotic category keeps expanding. However, there is still [...]
