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,...
Are We Overmedicated? The Hidden Nutrient Cost of Common Drugs
Over the last 20 years that I’ve worked in the nutrition field, I’ve spoken with people from all walks of life dealing with a wide range of health issues. And honestly, I can count on one hand the number of people I’ve consulted with who weren’t taking at least one medication. It doesn’t help that many doctors are left with little more than a prescription pad when it comes to treatment options. Ask about diet...
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...
A Comforting Soup Recipe for Chilly Evenings
It seems many areas of the U.S. have been plagued by frigid temperatures lately—and that includes my home state of Florida! Right now it’s 38°, and I’ve got to tell you, the Upstate New York blood that coursed through my veins for the first 59 years of my life has definitely thinned over the last four years I’ve lived in Florida. I’m downright freezing! Not only does cold weather make many people want to hibernate until spring, but it can also increase your chances of getting sick....
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...
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...