The appendix, once thought to be a vestigial organ (meaning, an organ that does not serve a purpose), has recently been discovered to play a vital role in repopulating the gut microbiome after episodes of sickness. You might be thinking - well, don’t people live perfectly normal, healthy lives after having their appendix removed? Yes, [...]
Nothing sounds better than a hot cup of soup on a snowy winter day - and guess what? Your gut thinks so too! Soup can be a valuable tool for improving your gut health this winter season. Read on to find out why. Recap: What Makes a Meal Gut-Healthy? Before we dive into the health [...]
Do you ever think about why harmful things that enter your gut don’t get absorbed, but nutrients do? You can thank your gut barrier for that. A compromised gut barrier can lead to what’s called “leaky gut syndrome,” a condition in which harmful particles enter the bloodstream by way of literally squeezing through cracks in [...]
So, you purchased some IgY Max - congratulations on starting your journey toward digestive wellness! We’re excited for you to clear out the dysbiotic pathogens living in your gut. Now that you’ve got your hands on some IgY Max antibodies, you might be wondering - how should I consume it? If that’s you, read on [...]
Are you looking for ways to diversify your gut microbiome in the new year? Recent research asserts that one of the best things you can do to improve your gut microbiome’s diversity is to consume fermented foods regularly. Let's learn about the science behind fermented foods and how you can make them tasty. The Evidence [...]
Scientists that study the gut have made some major strides in 2023. To kick 2024 off to a science-y start, let’s take a look at some of 2023’s most exciting gut health advancements. Better Chemotherapy for Colon Cancer Scientists at the University of Arizona developed a technology for making chemotherapy less harsh for patients with [...]
Holiday meals are meant to be enjoyed - why skip dessert? Don’t be afraid to indulge a little this year - even if you struggle with gut health. At IgY Nutrition, we’re all about balance. We put together some healthy-ish (emphasis on the “ish”) dessert recipes for the holidays just in case you’d like to [...]
What’s the deal with gut health and caffeine? Like most things, there are pros and cons. Caffeinated drinks affect motility, contain anti-inflammatory polyphenols, and may affect the gut microbiome. Let’s find out more about caffeine and the gut below. Stick around until the end for some gut-healthy caffeinated drink recipes. Caffeine and Motility If you [...]
Why are some people prone to catching colds while others seem to have immune systems made of steel? We can think about this by examining what happens to our bodies when we get sick. Of course, we all know that germs invade our bodies and cause sickness. But some people are better at fighting germs [...]
If you’ve got iffy gut health - dysbiosis, SIBO, hormone fluctuations, whatever the culprit is - you might have a love-hate relationship with holiday dinner spreads. Glazed meats + stuffing + egg nog + pie should equal joy, not abdominal pain! The holidays are stressful enough as they are - we’re not here to police [...]
