The gut microbiome is a complex ecosystem of somewhere between 100 to 400 bacteria species (probiotics) that live in the gut. They help regulate digestion, improve nutrient absorption and support immune function, among other benefits. Prebiotic fiber supplements such...
If you are feeling anxious and out of sorts lately, your gut may be trying to tell you it needs to be fed differently. Researchers are beginning to understand that not all of our moods and feelings start in the brain. Some of them start in the gut. In fact, because...
Dietary fiber is essential for good health. But the relationship between fiber and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can be a little complicated. That’s because some fibers may ease IBS symptoms while others may worsen them. And because everyone’s microbiome is unique,...
As ingredient investigator and popular TV health guest Bryce Wylde explored Expo West 2022, one of the world’s largest health and natural products trade shows, he was on a mission to find this year’s best-of-the-best ingredients. The alternative health expert also had...
The eat-at-home trend that started during the pandemic is continuing, according to recent supermarket industry reports. Even though home-cooked meals tend to be healthier overall, ensuring kids consistently consume the right amounts of nutrients may be challenging....
