Bloating is one of the most common digestive complaints, affecting millions worldwide. While occasional bloating is normal, persistent or severe cases could signal an underlying issue. So, how do you know when your outbreaks are harmless and when to investigate further? Let’s break it down. What Causes Normal Bloating? Bloating happens when excess gas builds [...]
Your gut microbiome is a delicate ecosystem that plays a crucial role in digestion, immunity, and overall health. However, when certain bacterial strains overgrow, they can cause serious health issues. One of those problematic strains is called Klebsiella pneumoniae. It's commonly found in the gut but can become highly opportunistic under the right conditions (Source). [...]
Your gut microbiome is home to trillions of bacteria, many of which are vital to digestion, immunity, and overall health. While probiotics often steal the spotlight, their unsung partner—prebiotics—are just as crucial to a healthy gut. Prebiotics are non-digestible fibers that serve as food for your beneficial gut bacteria. Think of them as probiotics’ fuel. [...]
Antibiotics are lifesaving medications that have revolutionized modern medicine. However, while they target harmful bacteria, they also often impact our beneficial gut bacteria. This process can lead to disruptions in the gut microbiome, sometimes resulting in side effects like diarrhea, bloating, or a weakened immune system. The good news is that strategies exist to help [...]
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 food regularly. Let’s learn about the science behind fermented foods and how you can make them tasty. The Evidence A study [...]
Don’t be afraid to indulge this holiday season. But amidst the sweet treats, it’s easy to let our gut health fall to the wayside. A healthy gut is vital for keeping ourselves feeling good throughout this busy time. That’s why we’re bringing you some holiday-themed gut-healthy recipes! Let us know what you think in the [...]
Cleanse or detox? If you’ve been considering doing a juice cleanse to lose weight, “detoxify” your body, or simply boost your diet, it’s essential that you have all the facts before you begin. While specific fasting regimens may offer short-term benefits, there are several reasons why juice cleansing may not be an effective means of [...]
The appendix, once considered 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, they do [...]
Microbiome-related gut issues can be tricky to treat. Are antibiotics the solution? What about addressing vitamin deficiencies or trying digestive enzymes? Maybe you’re intolerant to gluten... does that thought pattern sound familiar? The list of possible culprits can go on and on. Several strategies could help to alleviate gut issues. And sometimes, they can make [...]
A new study published in Nature Medicine asserts that gut testing the gut microbiome’s composition may be more accurate than testing calprotectin (a marker of gut inflammation) to diagnose patients with IBD (inflammatory bowel disease, like ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s) (Source). By studying nearly 6,000 fecal samples from people across several different regions and ethnicities, [...]
