The microbiome, that fascinating community of microorganisms living in and on our bodies, especially in our gut, is truly something remarkable. Imagine this—around 2-6 pounds of microbes call your body “home,” a whopping 100,000,000,000 microbes. While bacteria take...
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The Power Of Your Gut Microbiome To Influence Your Heart Health
Lately, there's been a lot of buzz about the gut microbiome and its impact on overall health. While we usually think about gut health in terms of digestion, its influence reaches much further—right to the heart of things, literally. One of the most exciting...
Importance of the Microbiome
The microbiome refers to the diverse community of microorganisms that live in and on the human body, with the gut microbiome being the most extensively studied. This community includes bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other microbes, collectively weighing around 2-3...
Microbiome Diversity: The Key to Unlocking Optimal Health and Immunity
In recent years, scientific research has shed light on the importance of the human microbiome in maintaining overall health and bolstering immunity. The microbiome refers to the trillions of microorganisms that reside in and on our bodies, working symbiotically with...
How to Feed a Healthy Microbiome on a Low-Carb Diet
A well-planned, low-carb diet rich in green vegetables and whole, plant-based fats has many positive side effects it can stabilize blood sugar, alkalize the tissues, and improve bodily functions because your organs are getting an abundance of nutrients. However,...
How to Find Safe, Non-Toxic Toothpaste and Teeth Whitening
What do we do to have a healthy mouth? Most of us are already brushing our teeth twice per day and don't realize that the products we use harm the longevity of our teeth. Trina Felber, founder of Primal Life Organics, has an impressive story of turning her family's...
Choosing “Brain Food” For Your Summer Meals
Summer is here which means you're more inclined to take advantage of the summer sun and weather, rather than being in the kitchen. Since you'd likely prefer to keep your energy high, your moods steady and your brain sharp and...
Packing “Brain Food” in Your Child’s Back-to-School Lunches
School is in session, and that means a return to schedules and homework, and packing those dreaded school lunches! We all know that the typically high-carb, school-provided lunches are just not good options for our kids. Although I homeschooled my two sons for a good...
Radio Show: Specific Benefits of Five Probiotic Bacteria and the Best Ways to Use Them
Host and Guest: Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo interviews Steph Jackson In this show you'll learn: What are 'probiotic' bacteria Are the same bacteria good for everyone What are some examples of bacteria that are particularly helpful for certain people Check Out Health...
Radio Show: How Your Gut May Guide the Workings of Your Brain
Host: Dr. Ritamarie In this show, you'll learn: How bacteria in your digestive system may influence your moods, behavior, and feelings The real truth about how the way you digest your food influences your brain How your stomach acid affects the chemical communication...