Gut health is one of the latest and greatest trends to hit the health and wellness world. But, unlike many other trends, the science stacks up! Gut health should be a priority in everyone's life and it’s time to get on board if you haven’t already. haven’t already. Adults need to eat around 30g of fiber per day, but most adults only get half that amount. Fiber isn’t just important for healthy bowel movements, it can also lower the risk of colon cancer, reduce cholesterol, and even help with weight loss. A major, fiber-rich plant and ingredient that is synonymous with gut health is Psyllium Husk. Let’s take a look at what it is, how it helps improve symptoms associated...
Did you know? The word “inflammation” traces back to the Latin for “set afire.” In some conditions, like rheumatoid arthritis, you feel heat, pain, redness, and swelling. But in other cases like heart disease, Alzheimer’s, and diabetes - it’s not so obvious. Inflammation in the body isn’t all bad; it’s part of your immune system’s natural response to heal an injury or fight an infection. But that’s where it should stop. But if it becomes a long-lasting habit for your body to become inflamed, diseases and conditions start to develop. Inflammation & Your Gut Chronic inflammation is tied to ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease, which are types of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). It happens when your body's immune system mistakenly...
We look at gut health as a woman-only issue. But did you know, that the composition of the gut microbiota (the microorganisms, including bacteria and archaea, that live in the digestive tracts) seem to be different between the two sexes? Although both male and female digestive systems are very similar, they do have enough differences to cause different responses to food, medications, and even a difference when it comes to making bowel movements. Some of the things that cause this vary from hormones to physical factors in women like pregnancy. Let’s have a look at why men need to be prioritising their gut health… WHY IS GUT HEALTH IN MEN IMPORTANT 1.Gut Dysbiosis can be a factor contributing to Erectile...
Constipation most commonly occurs when stool moves too slowly through the digestive tract or cannot be effectively expelled from the rectum, which may cause the stool to become dry and hard (ouch). The good news is that you’re not alone if you suffer from chronic constipation - there are many possible causes and treatments! The normal length of time between bowel movements varies from person to person. Some people have them three times a day. Others have them just a few times a week. Whether you fall into the bracket of the former or the latter, going longer than 3 or more days without one, is usually too long. Here are 8 ways you can help things move along and...
For most, the scariest part of changing seasons is the fact that your weight fluctuates. But the narrative about weight and health is slowly changing, and we’re here for it! Let’s look into why we don’t need to dread those extra winter lbs (or kgs)! Collecting fat to store over the colder months is the most intelligent design by our bodies that has been refined over thousands of years. It is normal and natural! Don’t forget - shorter days, longer nights, decreased exercise, natural hormonal changes, and lack of activity are all potential culprits for winter weight gain. Here are three reasons why you don’t need to be scared of winter weight gain: You can start appreciating your body’s evolutionary...
