Acid reflux and poor sleep often go hand in hand. Acid reflux, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and heartburn are very common conditions experienced by millions. In fact, research suggests that about a fifth of people in the United States have GERD. How can you know when it’s affecting you? The most common symptom of reflux [...]
More and more research points to the importance of a healthy gut microbiome for overall health. Good bacteria serve in countless roles to help the body, such as in the production of nutrients and vitamins. Prebiotics and probiotics are all part of the movement to help the good gut bacteria thrive. But what about [...]
Probiotics are all the rage these days, and rightly so. Probiotics are healthy bacteria that live in our gut, aiding in digestion, immunity and many more things. Many foods contain probiotics, like fermented foods, yogurt, kimchi, kombucha and an ever-increasing variety of new foods. It is thought that probiotics may influence brain activity, which [...]
How to take care of your vital gut flora of bacteria Bacteria is just now starting to come into the light as a friend of the human body, where for many decades it was simplistically considered a bad thing to most Americans. As scientists and medical researchers learn about the fantastic world of bacteria, [...]
Meditation is unfamiliar and foreign to most people, so they don’t even consider trying it. It doesn’t help that Hollywood makes it seem like monks are the only people who meditate. In reality, meditation is a well studied practice that has a variety of excellent benefits. It is becoming increasingly popular and recognized in [...]
We're always looking for reliable health advice to better navigate the increasingly complicated health world. We've found some videos from a Dr. Gundry that may be helpful. See here. Dr. Gundry talks about a few common concerns people have, like how much coffee is too much, whether or not juice cleanses are worthwhile, and [...]
We probably don’t need to list all the reasons why Coca-Cola is bad. Most are aware of its absurd sugar content which wreaks havoc on several of the body’s systems. But there are a few reasons to stop drinking this beverage, and other sodas like it, that you may not have considered. Consider the [...]
Being overweight can greatly influence and disrupt sleep, and this can form into a dangerous cycle. People who have sleep problems find it difficult to exercise and stay active during the day. They may experience daytime sleepiness, which can make it very difficult to sustain a healthy workout regimen. This often means the weight problems [...]
