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 …
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 …
Thanks to the seasonal change, we are once again entering another allergy season. Like many, you may suffer from seasonal sneezing, nasal congestion, sinus headache, weepy eyes, or post-nasal drip. Our immune system can react with alarm to the protein contained in pollen and develop antibodies to these “foreign invaders.” Exposure to them then causes your mast …
Magnesium is an electrolyte and is vital for optimal body function. It’s responsible for over 300 enzyme reactions and is found in all tissues — but mainly in your bones, muscles, and brain. You must have it for: cellular energy, brain function, good bone mineral density, mood regulation (lower anxiety and increase relaxation), reduced inflammation, …
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 …
