Just the other week, I published a post on why fiber is important for whole-body health. If you missed it, you can check out the blog here. In that post, I mentioned a handful of fiber-friendly foods that you can add into your diet. While that list of foods is great, I thought it might […]
If you’ve ever gone to the doctor and have been told you need to incorporate more fiber into your diet, you’re not alone. In fact, many people who have experienced… Constipation Intestinal pain High blood sugar Weight gain Diet-related nausea …are experiencing these issues due to a low-fiber intake. What is fiber, why is it […]
The digestive system plays a large role in determining your body’s overall health. For that reason, I thought it would be helpful to compile some of the most important information I have on digestive health into an ultimate guide that you can use. It is my hope that this information will give you the information […]
We’ve all heard the saying, “Go with your gut.” However, many of us have probably never taken the time to really think about the science behind what that means. For instance, have you ever wondered why you get butterflies before giving a presentation or going on a first date? Or how about why you get […]
In an effort to lose weight or regain health, people often resort to fad diets, juice cleanses, and all sorts of other weight loss programs that do little to nothing to help restore health, regain energy, and even lose weight. Many of these “off the wall” health trends don’t do anything to cleanse and heal […]
There’s no denying that exercise is both an essential and (usually) enjoyable component of living a healthy life. That said–it has to be done right. Unfortunately, if you aren’t properly informed, exercise can take an unhealthy toll on your body and do more harm than good. If you already deal with digestive issues, you may […]
Have you ever had a stomach ache when preparing to give a public speech… Or felt suddenly nauseous before a big sports game… Or have your bowel movements gotten out of whack when going through a stressful period at work? There’s a reason we often use the phrase “gut-wrenching” when making stressful […]
Oftentimes, many of us take for granted a healthy and well-functioning digestive system until we are faced with a disruption, such as a diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Syndrome or Ulcerative Colitis. While IBS can be frustrating, Ulcerative Colitis–an autoimmune condition– can wreak havoc in the body. This condition causes long-lasting inflammation and sores in […]
Aside from toning muscles and keeping your cardiovascular health in check, exercise can work wonders for a sluggish digestive system. In fact, inactivity is one of the key risk factors for constipation. Essentially, exercise causes food to move more quickly through the large intestine, and limits the amount of water absorbed from […]
Restoring balance to your digestive system, in the case of acid reflux, may not be a matter of too much acid, but too little. When you suffer from acid reflux or heartburn, your body reacts to an imbalance in your digestive system. The goal of curing your acid reflux is to restore balance to your body. […]
You can control how well your body digests food by eating the right kind of foods, and by taking care of yourself. This blog will explain how to help your digestive system run smoothly, and point out which foods could be slowing your digestion down. How You Can Help Your Digestion Staying hydrated is the […]
