Probiotics Do More Than You Think: 10 Surprising Health Benefits You May Not Know
At this point, most people have at least heard that probiotics are good for their health — but many still don’t realize just how powerful they can be. Probiotics are well known for helping with gas, bloating, and constipation. That part of the story has finally gone mainstream. More recently, people are also learning that probiotics play a vital role in immune health. In fact, 70–80% of your immune system lives in your gut microbiome,...
Diverticular Disease: A Silent Digestive Issue on the Rise
If you’re an adult living in the U.S., there’s a strong chance you may have a quiet, sneaky digestive condition developing—and not even know it. This disease often causes no symptoms at all. But when symptoms do appear, there’s usually no mistaking that something is wrong. We’re talking about diverticular disease. Diverticular disease is an umbrella term that includes two related conditions: diverticulosis and diverticulitis. Below, we’ll break down what each one means, why...
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What Your Bowel Movements Say About Your Digestive Health
Bathroom habits are such a personal subject, aren’t they? The intimate relationship between you, your toilet bowl, and your toilet paper isn’t something most people feel comfortable discussing—especially when the conversation turns to how often you go, how easily it happens, or what your bowel movements look like. But it probably won’t surprise you that I believe this is a very important topic of conversation. So… let’s talk about your number twos. What’s Considered...
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Still Don’t Feel Well? 3 Hidden Health Issues Most Doctors Don’t Test For
When the average person doesn’t feel well — and rest, fluids, and OTC remedies aren’t cutting it — the next step is usually a doctor’s visit. The expectation?Answers. Relief. A clear path forward. Unfortunately, that’s not always how it plays out. It’s surprisingly common to go through extensive testing, only to be told “everything looks normal” — or worse, that it’s “all in your head.” Let’s be clear: if you don’t feel right, there...
A Quick Note About Starting a Stronger Probiotic
With the changes in Super Shield, we just wanted to give you a quick note on what you could expect... When you introduce a more potent probiotic than you’re used to, your body may need a short adjustment period. During this time, some people experience mild, temporary symptoms such as extra gas, slight bloating, or minor changes in bowel habits. These are generally normal signs that your gut flora is shifting and rebalancing. These...
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Enjoy Thanksgiving Without the Stress (or Indigestion!)
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and although it’s meant to be a holiday where we gather with loved ones and reflect on our blessings, it can end up bringing misery to many people. Instead of feeling grateful, they wind up stuffed, sick, and stressed! If that sounds familiar, today is your lucky day—I’m sharing three simple strategies that can help you enjoy a comfortable, relaxing, pain-free Thanksgiving. Here they are: Happy Thanksgiving Strategy...