Posts Tagged ‘womens health’
Alcohol Use and Gut Health: A Crossroads
Have you ever wondered how alcohol use affects your gut health? As summertime approaches, kicking back on the deck with an ice-cold cocktail sound like a great way to end the day. Is a small amount of alcohol better than a large amount of alcohol? How does alcohol use affect the gut and the bacteria…
Read MoreC-section Birth & the Microbiome
Giving birth is one of the most profound experiences of life, occurring every second of every day all over the world. It can also be one of the most overwhelming experiences, especially when pregnancy complications arise. According to the World Health Organization, cesarean section (C-section) use continues to rise globally. As a result, we’re seeing…
Read MoreIBS
Do you, or does someone you know, suffer from IBS? Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) affects an estimated 10-15% of the American population. However, only 5-7% of those actually receive the diagnosis.
Read MoreEndometriosis and the Gut, A Powerful Connection
Endometriosis. You’ve likely heard this term before, but do you know what it is? Perhaps you know someone who has been afflicted by this painful disorder. Or maybe, you’re an endometriosis warrior yourself. The prevalence of endometriosis is estimated at 10% of reproductive women worldwide. That’s 1 in 10 females between the ages of 12…
Read MoreAutoimmune Disease and the Gut
As we continue to grow in depth of knowledge about gut health, let’s further our investigation about the immune system as it relates to autoimmune disease. We should begin with the definition of autoimmune disease. An autoimmune disease is when the body seemingly spontaneously recognizes the native cells of the body as foreign invaders. Because…
Read MoreWho Can Benefit from Probiotics?
According to the American Journal of Gastroenterology, gut issues like bloating, constipation, and diarrhea account for over 100 million US outpatient care visits every year. That means 100 million trips to the doctor’s office. Not included in the study are the gut health issues handled by integrative or complementary medicine or other specialists such as…
Read MoreWomen as Bacterial Hosts
Yep. It’s true. Men and women are distinctly different from one another and studies are continuing to find that these differences affect the gut as well. Most science suggests the reason for these differences is due to the different hormones at play. The female reproductive system is incredible: a reoccurring cycle that requires detailed regulation…
Read MoreGolden Turmeric Latte with Pumpkin Recipe
Pumpkin spice: a true sign of fall. Nothing goes with cool days better than a warm drink, like this golden turmeric latte with a dash of pumpkin. Famed for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant powers, turmeric is golden in color and warming in flavor. Make as big of a batch as you’d like to keep you warm…
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