Our livers do a lot of heavy lifting for our bodies. They allow us to absorb nutrients, digest food, expel toxins, and so much more. When you’re looking to improve your overall health, strong liver support is a great starting point. Liver support commonly includes things like milk thistle, dandelion [...]
As the fall season ushers in cooler temperatures and cozy gatherings, it also signals the start of the cold and flu season. With Thanksgiving festivities and holiday gatherings around the corner, keeping your immune system in top shape is more important than ever. But between the festive meals and the [...]
Deep in the dense woods grows a curious little mushroom with a body that resembles the feathers of a turkey’s tail. Don’t be fooled, this isn’t your regular forest fungus – this mushroom is known for its medicinal benefits for the immune system. Meet the turkey tail mushroom. What is [...]
Picture this: You wake up in the morning feeling well-rested after a good night’s sleep. You get out of bed for a good stretch, and your joints move freely and easily. You stroll into the bathroom and have an easy, painless bowel movement. While washing your hands, you look in [...]
If you’ve been keeping up with health trends, chances are you may have heard of turmeric. From turmeric ginger shots for a boost of immunity to its use in supporting joint health, this yellow spice has a variety of benefits! Turmeric’s versatility stems from its main active ingredient – curcumin. [...]
Digestion plays a huge role in our overall health, and when something is off it can get in the way of our daily lives. Symptoms like abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea are very uncomfortable and downright inconvenient. One possible reason for these symptoms can be Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), a [...]
Maintaining good health is often boiled down to eating a healthy diet, getting regular exercise and staying hydrated. But where does zinc fit in? Zinc is an essential nutrient - this means that the human body does not produce it, but it's vital to our overall health. This mighty trace [...]
We have trillions of bacteria living inside us. While some are good, others can cause harm. And when they live in harmonious balance, you are less likely to experience digestive issues such as bloating, constipation, diarrhea, or stomach pains. While probiotics help you colonize more beneficial bacteria to balance out [...]
Trusting your gut comes in handy for more than just listening to your intuition. This phrase also rings true for your overall wellbeing. And that’s because your gut has the ability to impact your whole body. From digesting food to impacting your immunity and cognitive health, your gut has a [...]
Have you given special thanks to your gut microbiome today? As you go about your day, trillions of beneficial gut bacteria living inside your digestive system keep you healthy and well. Known as the gut flora, a constellation of more than a thousand different species, your gut microbiome is unique, [...]
If you are interested in optimal gut health, whether for personal or professional resources, you've probably heard of FODMAP and the diet associated with it. But what is the FODMAP diet, and who should adopt its guidelines? Are there any drawbacks to the FODMAP diet? Are onions and wheat still [...]
That is the question… but really, WHAT is the answer? (No seriously, PLEASE tell me if I should still be spreading coconut oil literally all over my life?!) As you may know, coconut oil’s purported benefits run the gamut from being good for the gut & digestive health to supporting [...]
When you hear someone talk about inflammation, you might think of pain, swelling and redness in the case of acute inflammation. Chronic inflammation, however, is a different story. That’s what we’ll be exploring here. Inflammation Comparison Inflammation is the body’s natural healing response to an injury, an important aspect in [...]
As the largest organ in the body, conditions of the skin is a trusted indication of one's overall health. If you are experiencing skin issues such as severe acne or dermatitis, or flare-ups in your eczema or psoriasis, maybe consider a detox this fall to help settle those symptoms. Eczema This [...]
The number of dietary supplements and food items, like bone broth, containing collagen are on the rise – and for good reason. Increasing your dietary intake of collagen has been linked to positive effects on health, including improved skin appearance, reduced joint pain, and better digestion and gut health. It [...]
The development of allergies is becoming more and more common. The same goes for sensitivities to foods, chemicals and environmental factors. Our immune system and cellular tissue can become compromised due to inflammatory responses from the mechanisms of each reaction - especially through responses from sensitivities. Here's a little more [...]
What are the symptoms of SIBO? Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth or SIBO, is just that - when bacteria (or other microorganisms, good or bad) grow out of control in the small bowel. Compared to the large colon, it should be quite low in bacterial count. Colonization also ends up damaging [...]
From digesting food to impacting your immunity, cognitive health, and beyond, your gut has a say in it all. Learn about the trillions of bacteria and other microbes that live inside of you and how balancing your gut microbiome can help you achieve better health.