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All the amazing benefits of eating a high fiber diet

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  • October 15, 2019
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1. Here’s why your diet needs to be a high fiber one! It may not sound very appetizing, however, a high fiber diet is one you should be following. Now, while there are several ‘diets’ and ‘wellness trends’ doing the rounds these days, a simple diet that’s high in fibre will do the job of…

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The Gut-Brain Connection

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  • October 1, 2019
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Pay attention to your gut-brain connection – it may contribute to your anxiety and digestion problems The gut-brain connection is no joke; it can link anxiety to stomach problems and vice versa. Have you ever had a “gut-wrenching” experience? Do certain situations make you “feel nauseous”? Have you ever felt “butterflies” in your stomach? We…

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There’s No Such Thing as a One-Size-Fits All Diet

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  • July 11, 2019
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Though they’re not without critics, the U.S. federal dietary guidelines have for years aimed to give all Americans a blueprint for good nutrition. But new research says this kind of one-size-fits-all approach may not cut it. Different people, even identical twins (who have nearly the exact same DNA), may respond to the same foods very…

Why You Should Take Your Apple Cider Vinegar at Night

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  • April 6, 2017
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By Dr. Mercola No doubt, you’ve seen them — lists touting the amazing curative power of apple cider vinegar for an amazing number of ills. “ACV” (as it’s sometimes referred to in studies) has been praised for its ability to balance your pH, increase good gut bacteria and help control your weight, as well as…

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This Is Your Gut on Gluten

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  • February 27, 2017
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By Amy Myers, M.D. The Huffington Post Are you curious to know what’s really happening inside your body when you eat your morning bagel or bowl of cereal? What is gluten? Gluten is a protein made up of the peptides gliadin and glutenin and it is found in many grains such as wheat, semolina, spelt,…

6 Signs That SIBO Might be the Root Cause of Your IBS

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  • November 10, 2016
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6 Signs That SIBO Might be the Root Cause of Your IBS. Studies show that over 50% of patients diagnosed with IBS actually have an underlying imbalance called SIBO, or small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. The majority of our gut bacteria should be in the colon. When the bacteria migrate backwards into the small bowel or…

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Bone Broth—One of Your Most Healing Diet Staples

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  • October 31, 2016
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By Dr. Mercola According to an old South American proverb, “good broth will resurrect the dead.” While that’s undoubtedly an exaggeration, it speaks to the value placed on this wholesome food, going back through the annals of time. The featured article by Dr. Amy Myers lists 10 health benefits of bone broth. Sally Fallon with…

Low-FODMAP diet reduces symptoms in Irritable Bowel Syndrome

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  • September 21, 2016
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For one individual, the culprit might be peanut butter. For another, it might be fried chicken. Foods that trigger symptoms are well identified by those who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)—a functional disorder based on gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms that might include abdominal pain, bloating, gas, constipation, or diarrhea. Scientifically, it has proven more difficult…

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You Asked: Why Am I So Bloated?

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  • July 5, 2016
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Blame your diet—especially these kinds of foods Your waistband is digging into your belly, and your gut feels like you swallowed a balloon that failed to pop. Many of us experience bloating from time to time. But for some, the sensation is a daily source of pain and discomfort. Bloating is just what you think…