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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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,...
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...
Practitioner Corner: Tackling Leptin Resistance Strategies
This is part two of a two-part series on how the health of the gut microbiome influences the hormones ghrelin and leptin. Part 1 talked about how these hormones can impact your clients in regards to their appetite control, weight, and long-term health. Part two will...
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...
Why You Need Probiotics in Your Diet
Most of you have heard about probiotics. It's a topic in the news more and more these days. There is also at least one probiotic yogurt advertised on TV that guarantees the relief of digestive symptoms such as gas and bloating. Maybe you know someone who takes a...