It’s not uncommon today for people to carry around small bottles of hand sanitizer wherever they go, wash their hands deliberately throughout the day, and scrub produce squeaky clean. Although many of us have been led to believe that all germs are potentially dangerous — and that the cleaner our diets, bodies and environments stay,…
As a staple of Indian, Turkish and Middle Eastern cuisines for centuries, bulgur wheat tends to be most well-known around the world as the main ingredient used in tabbouleh. There are loads of other ways to use this fast-cooking, versatile grain too: in soups, over salads and in whole grain bread, for example. Compared to refined…
Doubling as both an important fat-soluble vitamin and potent antioxidant, getting enough vitamin A is absolutely crucial to maintaining overall health. Not only does it play a role in keeping your skin healthy and clear, but it's also a key factor in disease prevention, immunity and even bone health. A deficiency in this vital vitamin…
It’s estimated that up to 15 percent to 20 percent of all adults are at least marginally deficient in vitamin B12 (also called cobalamin). Some experts believe this number may actually be a lot higher, since it’s suspected that there are many cases of undetected vitamin B12 deficiency. This means there are millions of people…
Colostrum is often referred to as “nature’s first food” or "liquid gold" because it is the first form of milk produced by mammals, including humans (breast milk), in the early days following childbirth. This nutrient-rich, antibody-packed fluid plays a critical role in boosting the immune system and promoting gut health in newborns. However, colostrum isn't…
How often should you poop? How many times should you poop a day? These are fairly common questions that aren't so easy to answer. What we do know is that maintaining regular bowel movements is a key indicator of digestive health, yet the frequency and consistency of bowel movements can vary widely among individuals. Understanding what…
Maintaining a diet of easily digestible foods can be beneficial for individuals with sensitive digestive systems or those recovering from gastrointestinal issues. Such diets, often referred to as bland or low-residue diets (such as the BRAT diet), consist of easy-to-digest foods that are gentle on the stomach and help minimize gastrointestinal discomfort. So what are…
There's no doubt that diet plays a central role in regulating inflammation. In fact, a 2017 survey found that nearly one-quarter of those with rheumatoid arthritis reported that their diets impacted symptom severity. Even for those without an autoimmune disorder, limiting a few of the top foods that cause inflammation can be incredibly beneficial to…
Have you been suffering from excessive diarrhea and abdominal pain on a regular basis? You might have Crohn's disease, which means you may want to follow a Crohn's disease diet and treatment plan. So if you have Crohn's, there is good news. You can help treat this condition naturally with a Crohn's disease diet, along…
The specific carbohydrate diet (SCD) is a form of elimination diet that removes many common carb sources — including all grains, dairy products, most starches and many types of sugars — in order to help refresh the digestive system. Although an SCD lifestyle can feel restrictive and calls for cutting out many foods that people eating…
