Turmeric has been having a moment – and a fairly long one, at that. Having been used for hundreds of years in eastern and Ayurvedic medicine, the western world has caught onto its impressive health properties. Now, it seems like every health food store, organic market, and coffee shop are offering turmeric-based products and drinks...

Baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate, is a popular cooking agent available in kitchens across. It is renowned for adding a light, fluffy texture to baked goods like cookies or cakes. This is because it has leavening properties, which is inducing a chemical reaction in the dough, producing carbon dioxide, causing it to rise.  Baking soda...

Fasting has long been part of human history, whether by necessity or choice. Many religions and cultures across the globe practice fasting as a meditative and cleansing ritual for the body. Some researchers speculate fasting could have been done due to food scarcity in older human history. Today, fasting effects, from intermittent to water, or...

With the prevalence of diet culture, carbohydrates have a bad reputation. But while trendy meal plans may allow complex carbs from whole grains, they usually demonize white rice and pasta. After all, they are lower in fiber and protein compared to whole grains. What’s more, the body digests them quickly, which leads to spikes in...

Blueberries have for a long time now been touted as a “superfood”, meaning that they are packed with powerful, disease-fighting nutrients. There is no doubt that this small fruit is seriously good for you – but what would happen if you ate blueberries every single day? Here are six things you can expect to happen...

Inflammation, bloating, and constipation are common digestive conditions that everybody experiences in their lifetime. According to a 2023 study published in the Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology journal, approximately 1 in 7 Americans experiencing bloating, over the course of week. This discomfort can range from mild to quite severe if left untreated. While they have distinct...

If you often deal with tummy troubles, knowing the worst foods for your stomach can save you a lot of pain. Some foods just don’t sit well and can cause gas, bloating, cramps, or worse. Instead of guessing what went wrong, it helps to know what to watch out for. Sometimes it’s the foods you...

Gut health is crucial for digestion, immunity, and overall well-being. The foods you consume daily can either support or harm your gut microbiome. Your gut houses trillions of bacteria that play essential roles in nutrient absorption, hormone regulation, and mental health. Unfortunately, many common foods can disrupt this delicate balance without us even realizing it....

Constipation is fairly common but it’s never comfortable. Its symptoms include fewer than three stools a week, hard and dry stools, and straining or pain when trying to pass them. It’s a common side effect of medications and unhealthy lifestyle habits, such as dehydration and a diet low in dietary fiber. Fortunately, it can be...

Think of the gut microbiome as a garden. It is made up of trillions of microscopic organisms affecting each other and the body as a whole. The gut can house healthy microorganisms like bacteria as well as harmful viruses and parasites. Imagine them as a garden full of blossoming produce, or a garden with polluted...

The hype around gut health has not gone away, and with good reason: So much of our health and wellbeing is connected to the health of our gut and digestive system. Unfortunately, very few things in our diets and daily habits are supportive of gut health. Thankfully, this is something we can have some control...

The relationship between gut bacteria and colon cancer has become a significant area of research, as scientists seek to understand how changes in the gut microbiome might influence the development of precancerous colon polyps and their progression to cancer. A recent study published in the journal Cell Host & Microbe highlights the role of certain...