The Mayo Clinic describes fiber as “ Fiber is commonly classified as soluble, which dissolves in water, or insoluble, which doesn’t dissolve.” Soluble fiber. Soluble fibers dissolve and form a gel like consistency- Because soluble fibers are not absorbed, they can provide bulk and smoothness to stool. They can help lower LDL blood cholesterol and control …
Often we think diet and exercise are the pillars to health. But another and often the foundation of health is actually sleep. 1 in 3 people don’t get enough sleep. Without good sleep we do not eat well- craving carbs and sweets and we are not rested for optimal exercise. To prioritize sleep we need …
Vitamin D deficiency is common affecting over half of the U.S. population. Populations living up North and not getting sun exposure may be more at risk for vitamin D deficiency. People who do not get outdoors are also at risk such as nursing home residents or healthcare workers. African Americans and Hispanic populations in the …
Gas in the gut can be painful. Proper diagnoses of gas and a diet to help ease the symptoms is helpful for patients with IBS.
Just feeling anxiety or stress can cause the brain to signal gut problems- like diarrhea or nausea. This signaling happens the other way as well. A stomach in distress can signal to the brain –feelings of depression, anxiety and stress. The main nerves that allows this communication. is called the vegus nerve. This nerve is …
I often see clients who are struggling to gain weight due to gut distress. Let’s face it- when your in the midst of bloat and diarrhea or nausea and tummy troubles- often the last thing you want to do is eat. If this is you, have no fear. We can gain weight and build up …
PROBIOTICS are FOUND NATURALLY in THESE 9 low FODMAP FOODS. Miso Soup is made from a fermented soybean paste called miso. You can find this product in asian specialty stores or all natural stores. Just adding 1 Tbsp Miso paste to hot water and some tofu cubes and spring onions makes for a satisfying savory …
Study Identifies Novel Association Between Brachyspira Genus And IBS The microbes or bacteria and bugs in our large intestine play an important role in so many things. They can play good and bad roles in realms from immunology and gut health to brain an even mood! A Bacteria called Brachuspira genus from the phylum Sprochetes, …
This is a light and tangy cake which is made with zesty lemon, tart yogurt and chia seeds. I love that all the ingredients can be combined and spooned into a baking pan.
Sitting ll day- Get up and do these 12 exercises deploying only body weight, a chair and a wall, it fulfills the latest mandates for high-intensity effort — all of it based on science. REF: https://www.nytimes.com/guides/well/really-really-short-workouts 1. Jumping jacks 2. Wall sit 3. Push-ups4. Abdominal crunches5. Step-up onto a chair6. Squats7. Triceps dip on a chair8. Plank9. High knees, running in place10. Alternating lunges11. Push-ups with …