Growing older as a woman is an amazing experience. The human body is constantly cycling through changes as it moves through life. In later years, women, in particular, undergo significant transformations, both physical and mental. As well as all of the wonderful changes that take place during this period, there are some...
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Top 3 Common Mistakes People Make While Using Probiotics
Probiotics are a popular way for health-conscious individuals to keep their gut health in tip-top condition. By taking one or two probiotic supplements a day, you can improve digestion, heart health, and reduce the symptoms of some food intolerances. With benefits like these, it’s easy to see how probiotics...
What Causes Soft Stool? 3 Eating Myths Debunked
Irritable bowel disorder is an issue that affects approximately 30 million adults in the United States. Out of those 3 million, many of them are individuals with Crohn’s disease. As you may know, when a person has Crohn’s they have to be careful with their consumptions to avoid a...
Why is Gut Health Important to Living Longer?
When most people think of good gut health, they envision a properly functioning digestive system. However, there’s much more to it than that. Actually, 70% of your immune system is located inside of your gut. That means that a well-running digestive system affects your health overall. If you’re curious...
5 Side Effects of Probiotics
The market for probiotics is worth over $49.4 billion and could reach $69.3 billion by 2023. These helpful bacteria exploded in popularity due to their various potential health benefits. These living, positive bacteria are present throughout the human body. When taken through food or as a supplement, they can...
Is Crohn’s Disease a Disability? Here Is What You Need to Know.
Do you suffer from Crohn’s disease? Do you find it affecting your job performance by missing work days or having your illness get in the way of completing your work? If you’ve answered yes to those questions then you’re going to want to keep reading! Did you know that...
2020’s Top Probiotics for Men
According to research, over half of the US population suffers from some form of gastrointestinal problems, yet they are reluctant to seek medical attention. Unfortunately, if you are suffering from GI symptoms, it can be a sign of something much worse than bad gas, you could have Crohn’s disease. The...
8 Kombucha Probiotic Tea Benefits
Did you know that kombucha isn’t just the latest fad, it has been around for thousands of years and dates back to China in 220 BC? Are you considering taking kombucha, but aren’t sure if it’s right for you? In this article, explore the various probiotic tea benefits that you...
Using Holistic Medicine to Treat IBD
Are you living with IBD? If so, you aren’t alone. In fact, an estimated 1.6 million Americans currently have irritable bowel syndrome, with roughly 700,000 new cases diagnosed each year. Most of these people rely on doctor-prescribed medications to control their symptoms. But, some forms of alternative medicine have also shown...
When Gastrointestinal Distress Is Something More: Call Your Doctor With These Symptoms
According to data from the National Institutes of Health, an estimated 60-70 million people in the United States are living with some form of digestive disease. These conditions range from mild gastrointestinal distress to life-threatening, but they often start with the same types of symptoms. Most people experience occasional...