Nutrition. Vitamins. You.
“You are what you eat” has become “You are what you absorb.” Digestion is important because it is the only way your body can get the nutrients it needs through the foods and nutrients you are consuming. Your digestive system has the capability to affect your body’s vitamin and mineral absorbency, hormone regulation, immune response, and so much more. Your gut serves as a communication center for the brain, ensuring optimal digestion and other important health functions. Stay up-to-date with the latest studies and research from leading sources. Topics like Probiotics, nutrient depletions, how your gut bacteria and obesity is linked, and many others are discussed here in the digestive health achieves.
A new study published in the journal Nature from researchers at the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) in Heidelberg, Germany report that not only can many common non-antibiotic drugs alter gut bacteria, but they can also contribute to antibiotic resistance. The human gut is home …
Fiber can be found in vegetables, fruits, beans and whole grains. And it’s important. Its job is to bulk up the stool and retain water. Bacteria then helps to digest the fiber, producing healthy ingredients for the colon and promoting healthy bowel movements. Without enough …
Bacteria is commonly thought of as negative. There are plenty of harmful bacteria that can lead to a number of risks when it comes to the bacteria inside of your body. But with harmful bacteria comes beneficial bacteria called Probiotics. What are Probiotics? Probiotics are …
Trillions of bacteria live in our gut – both healthy and unhealthy. When the body has more unhealthy bacteria than healthy bacteria, it can cause digestive problems such as bloating and gassiness. Research has shown that balanced levels of “good” bacteria is needed for proper …
The interaction between the gastrointestinal tract and the nervous system is called the Gut Brain Axis. And it’s gaining a lot of attention from both scientists and consumers. Though the number of clinical trials that explore this link is limited, recent reviews of this interaction …
Humans have about two pounds of bacteria in the intestines. Probiotic refers to the lactic acid producing strains required for overall health and digestion. The pressures of modern existence make it difficult to maintain a balanced population of normal, healthy microbes. Poor food choices, illness, …