Symptoms of Gluten Sensitivity + Tips for Going Gluten-Free
Following a gluten-free diet is extremely popular as more and more people discover they feel significantly better avoiding gluten. Gluten can cause a variety of digestive-related symptoms, as well as systemic symptoms. In this article, we’ll discuss why you may want to consider going gluten-free and how to best go about…
Could Going Gluten-Free Help Your Thyroid?
If you suspect that you may be dealing with a thyroid issue, whether it's hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid) or hyperthyroidism (an overactive thyroid), it is essential to recognize the significant role that diet can play in your recovery…
How Your Gut Influences Stress and Anxiety
Inside our digestive system lives trillions of nerves. This network of nerves is called the “enteric nervous system” and it has a major impact on how your brain functions. However, when the nervous system is always kicked into overdrive from stress, this can be a main contributor to gut issues, and vice versa…
5 Surprising Affects of Constipation
It’s common to think that being constipated only affects your ability to eliminate waste, makes your gut feel unwell or contributes to bloating. In reality, the affects of constipation and not having healthy, regular bowel movements go far beyond…
A Strong Immune System Starts in Your Gut
Having a healthy gut microbiome is essential for a strong, robust immune system. In fact, 70% of our immune system is located within the gut in what is called the mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT). When our trillions of gut microbes are in balance, they help us digest our food, fight off infections, support our brain and perform many other vital functions. Additionally, these microbes produce metabolites that signal and aid the immune system and various other processes in the body.