Leaky gut (enhanced intestinal permeability) is becoming more common as more Americans are affected by chronic stress, high toxicity, poor diet choices and bacterial imbalance. Leaky gut is a warning sign that your body is more susceptible to autoimmune (AI) disease. So, intestinal hyperpermeability should be taken seriously and addressed to avoid an autoimmune condition. …
As a follow-up to my blog about the importance of eating organic I want to discuss glyphosate, an active ingredient in Round-Up herbicide, that is widely sprayed on genetically engineered resistant crops to kill weeds and competing plants. But at what cost? In the face of such a ubiquitous and omnipresent issue, we want the …
Yes, food sensitivity can be a major reason why you have chronic annoying or inflammatory symptoms – things that keep you from feeling fantastic every day. Your chronic headaches, poor sleep, achy joints, tight muscles, malaise, irritability, extra body fat, low energy, depression – any or all of these might actually be caused by chronic …
As I mentioned in my acid reflux (GERD) article, heartburn is rarely due to overproduction of stomach acid, but is rather acid in the wrong place (e.g., the esophagus). Unfortunately, in spite of this, heartburn is still treated as if the root cause is overproduction of acid. Conventional treatment for heartburn includes both acid neutralizing and …
What is gluten? Gluten is a protein found in many grains such as wheat, semolina, spelt, kamut, rye and barley. Gluten is what gives bread its airy and fluffy texture and dough its sticky texture. Because most of our historical association with gluten “sensitivity” is celiac disease (with its typical severe diarrhea and malabsorption symptoms), many …
In the center of your chest, there is a small, muscular tunnel that separates the end of your esophagus from your stomach. It’s a muscle called your lower esophageal sphincter (LES). When you’re eating, this muscle should be relaxed and open so that food can travel to your stomach. But at all other times (unless …
With the onset of COVID-19, some people are trying to boost their immune system and one way they are doing that is by focusing on gut health. How is gut health and immunity related? Well, approximately 70 percent of our immune cells are located within the walls of our gastrointestinal tract (gut). Beneficial or good …
With the novel coronavirus in full swing, many folks are trying to boost their immune system through lifestyle changes, eating whole foods and taking probiotics. Regarding probiotics, it is important to understand what they are and how to make informed decisions on obtaining high quality formulas. All of the probiotics I mention in this article …
We need strong stomach acid, hydrochloric acid (HCl), for optimal digestion. Stomach acid helps with protein breakdown, aids in mineral (e.g., iron, magnesium, chromium, selenium) and Vitamin B12 absorption, and serves as a barrier protecting against various microorganisms that might otherwise colonize the gastrointestinal tract. Strong stomach acid also signals the release of pancreatic and …
I was one of three children and, in my family, when it came to meals you ate quickly so you didn’t go without. This is not the best strategy if you want to adequately digest your food and avoid indigestion. Research shows that good eating hygiene can help alleviate gas, bloating, distention, belching, and mild …
