Competition is the key to health. A 3-yr study finds that the competition between bacterial species in the gut is responsible for maintaining stability, which promotes gut and overall health; it’s not about good bacteria verses bad bacteria, it’s about finding balance. Science How you were born may affect your brain development. We […]
This small seed produces big benefits. Chia seeds are a nutritional powerhouse filled with an easily digestible form of protein that’s a rich source of iron, magnesium, calcium, and phosphorous. Try this delicious chia seed pudding for breakfast, snack, or dessert. Mix it up by adding in some pureed berries or cocoa powder for variety. This […]
Supplementing with psyllium husk powder is a great way to increase your fiber intake, relieve bloating and constipation, feed your healthy gut bugs, and curb your appetite in between meals. Yet too large a dose of psyllium at one time can clog up the bowels and worsen symptoms. Choosing the correct dosage and drinking […]
Imagine opening up your refrigerator and seeing ready-to-go salads all lined up just waiting to be eaten. While an official recipe to create a mason jar salad isn’t really necessary, there is a bit of an art to building the perfect mason jar salad to avoid ending up eating a soggy mess. (Hint: it’s all […]
Marijuana proves to reduce IBS pain in a recent patient survey, but is it a recommended first line therapy? While pain reduction can be important, covering up pain without finding the root cause of your IBS isn’t always a good idea. Care By Design Patient Survey (Find out more about IBS at Gutbliss.com). Poor […]
Most of the people I see in my gastroenterology practice have dysbiosis (microbial imbalance), usually because of too many antibiotics. Some have serious autoimmune diseases like Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis; others are dealing with brain fog, thinning hair, bloating and gas; while frequent colds and sinus infections are the main manifestation in others. You could […]
Searching high and low for a cure to your food cravings? Restore your microbiome and you just might find the answer. The Atlantic A yearlong USDA investigation of the dietary supplement industry (looking to identify “unsafe or tainted supplements”) results in false marketing charges against 117 supplement manufacturers and distributors. Another reason to […]
*Serves 2 If you like savory morning meals but crave just a little sweetness, then you’ll love this combination of kale and sweet potatoes with green apple thrown into the mix. Filled with veggies, fiber, and good complex carbs, this powerhouse breakfast is an energizing way to start the day. Top it with an egg […]
Greens are the least consumed food in the standard American diet, and the most essential for inner and outer health. They come the closest of any food to meeting our ideal nutritional requirements. It probably wouldn’t surprise you to know that romaine lettuce has more fiber than sirloin, but you may not know that calorie […]
Intestinal worms heal disease. From protecting the fetal brain from inflammation to improving allergies, multiple sclerosis, and overall immunity, they may be the next big thing in medicine – as long as we can overcome the “ick factor!” #LiveDirtyEatClean The Conversation Obesity rates rose 3% from 2012 to 2014, yet a recent article reports […]