Everyone who has had a sore throat, rash, hives, or a sprained ankle knows about inflammation. Those are normal appropriate responses of our defense system to infection or trauma. We need inflammation to survive.⁣⁣⁣ The trouble occurs when that defense system runs out of control, like a rebel army bent on destroying its own country.…

Eat more dark leafy green vegetables:⁣⁣ These veggies are packed with antioxidants and phytonutrients that protect cells and DNA from damage. They are rich in fiber, folate, carotenoids, vitamins C and K, iron and calcium. They help support the immune system and reduce inflammation throughout the body. Try adding more arugula, watercress, spinach & dark…

The health of the community of microbes living in and on our bodies—100 trillion single-cell organisms, outnumbering human cells 10 to 1—has become a top priority. With good reason: Our gut bacteria regulate many of our bodily functions, from creating vitamins to controlling our immune system, our brain function and of course, our metabolism and…

Do you want to eliminate acne, and have younger looking, glowing, and more vibrant skin? Read on to find out the surprising reason why your skin health may be suffering. Many people are now aware of the effect your gut health can have on your mental health (referred to as the gut-brain connection). However, gut…

Could you be deficient in omega-3 fatty acids without even realizing it? If you’re like the average person in the Western world, the answer could be yes! Research investigating the ratio of omega 3 to omega 6 fatty acids that the human species consumed as we evolved suggests that this ratio was close to 1…

People have known for years that emotions can affect the digestive system. For example, think about a time when you were particularly nervous–did this trigger any digestive upset like nausea, stomach cramps, butterflies in the stomach, or worse…? However, researchers have more recently discovered that there is actually a reciprocal relationship between the gut and…