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How Do I Identify a Quality Probiotic Supplement?
The FDA doesn’t regulate supplements, but here are some tips to suss out a quality probiotic.
Everything You Need to Know About Probiotics
Why are probiotics so popular? Are all supplements equally effective? Can I get enough friendly bacteria from food? Health experts address these and other common questions.
5 Ways Your Body Tells You It’s Toxic
Our bodies are pretty good at letting us know when something is off. See if one of these signs might be indicating that it’s time to detox.
How a Dietitian Does a Detox
Looking to rid your body of unwanted toxins? These 12 strategies will set you up for a successful detox — and help you to not feel deprived.
Digestive Enzymes: What Are They? Why Do You Use Them?
Gastrointestinal symptoms may be the sign of a digestive issue. Learn how supplementing with digestive enzymes can contribute to a healthier digestive system.
The Secret Life of Your Microbiome
Why all those microorganisms — collectively known as the microbiome — play a critical role in supporting your health.
The Best Way to Eat for Gut Healing
The health of your gut has a big impact on your overall wellbeing. Restore it by following these six gut-healing strategies.
Recipes to Heal a Leaky Gut
Sarah Kay Hoffman, author of the new book, The Leaky Gut Meal Plan: 4 Weeks to Detox and Improve Digestive Health, shares two gut-healing (and delicious!) recipes.
Big Pharma and the Future of Fecal Transplants
The debate over the future of fecal microbial transplants — and who will have access to them.
The Food Poisoning–IBS Connection
Food poisoning can trigger irritable bowel syndrome. Here’s how — and what you can do about it.
ASK THE DOCTOR: Can You Detox With Activated Charcoal?
An integrative-medicine doc weighs in on the dos and don’ts of using activated charcoal.
The Truth About Refined Grains
When ground into flours, most grains act like sugar in the body, triggering weight gain, inflammation and blood-sugar imbalances. Here’s why whole kernels are a better option than processed grains.
Can Exercise Improve Your Gut Health?
Endurance training may alter our microbiome for good, according to a recent study.
Does Celery Juice Have Benefits for My Gut?
Our expert weighs in on the health benefits of drinking celery juice.
7 Natural Alternatives to Antibiotics
The growing threat of antibiotic resistance is leading some researchers and doctors to investigate the power of natural remedies.
5 Steps to Heal a Leaky Gut
Here are the “five Rs” — remove, replace, reinoculate, repair, and rebalance — of leaky-gut treatment.
The Parasite Paradox: How Parasites May Benefit Health
Intestinal organisms can be a trigger for troubling health issues. But new research finds they can also help the body heal, especially from autoimmune diseases.
Is It Possible to Take Too Many Probiotics?
If you suffer from SIBO — small intestinal bacterial overgrowth — you might want to be careful about which probiotic supplements you choose.
How to Heal a Leaky Gut
Your intestines are home to a great deal of your digestive system, nervous system, and immune system. Here’s how to heal your gut lining and avoid leaky gut syndrome.
How Childhood Adversity Creates Toxic Stress
Pioneering pediatrician Nadine Burke Harris is transforming how public-health advocates respond to the toxic stress created by childhood adversity. Here, she shares her prescription for healing.
Is A2 Milk Better for You?
A2 milk is a cow’s milk that is growing in popularity. But is it truly easier on your gut than regular milk?