Gut Health and Strokes
Your gut health is seemingly connected to everything. Probability of a stroke is one more way.
An Avocado A Day Keeps Your Gut Microbes Happy, Study Shows
You’ve heard the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”, but what about smooth, creamy, fiber-rich avocados? Not only are they the good fat, making them heart-healthy, they’re good for your gut too.
Gut Microbiome Plays Role In Autism, Study Finds
According to a new study, autism spectrum disorder is related to changes in the gut microbiome. (1) What Is Autism Spectrum Disorder? Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability. It can cause varying levels of social, communication and behavioral differences which can cause severe challenges. However, many people with ASD are also considered “gifted”….
How Your Gut Health Affects Your Whole Body
Heart, kidneys and so much more!
Microbiome And Allergies
Scientists are targeting imbalances in intestinal bacteria, known as the microbiome, to find a new way to fight food allergies. According to Cathryn Nagler, an immunologist at the University of Chicago there is hope that gut bacteria might be a way to reset the immune system and help people overcome the risk for severe food allergic reactions….
Gut Microbes: A Key To Normal Sleep
Gut microbes are a community of bacteria, viruses, and fungi living in your gut. A recent study shows gut bacteria could play a role in sleep patterns. (1,2) The Relationship Between Gut Health And Sleep The study’s lead author, Professor Masashi Yanagisawa of the University of Tsukuba in Japan suggests gut bacteria help create important…
Microbiome 101: What Is The Microbiome, And Why is it So Important?
This is a sponsored article on behalf of Seed. All opinions are my own. Your body is home to a community of microorganisms that live in the gut. These diverse bacteria, fungi, viruses, and protozoa play many key roles in the overall healthy functioning of the body. When this system of microbes is out of…
The Connection Between Household Chemicals And Gut Microbiome
Your gastrointestinal tract is filled with bacteria, protozoa, viruses, and fungi, which we collectively refer to as the “gut microbiome”. Although this sounds a little strange and even a little unhealthy, your gut microbiome lives throughout your intestinal tract to keep you healthy. Interestingly, a recent study has tied the health of the gut microbiome…
How Your Gut Bacteria Can Influence Your Weight
Did you know that your gut is home to trillions of microbes? This bacteria is needed to assist with digestion, but it is also believed to contribute to our weight. Here’s how your gut bacteria can influence your weight. (1) Microbiota: Link Between Gut Health & Weight? All of us have microbes in our bodies…