gut health Archives - Experience Life

Fiber-packed fruits and veggies are pictured.

- Nutrition -

5 Questions About Fiber

Nutrition experts answer some of the most common questions about this nutrient — including how you know if you are eating a low-fiber diet.

Carrots, bananas, and Brussels sprouts are pictured.

- Nutrition -

The Three Types of Fiber You Need

By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHC

Insoluble fiber, soluble fiber, and prebiotic fiber are all essential to our health and well-being. Here's why — and which foods have them.

A variety of high-fiber foods, including peas, carrots, and broccoli, are pictured.

- Nutrition -

Why You Need to Eat Fiber

By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHC

Even a relatively nutritious diet can deliver inadequate amounts of fiber. Learn why it’s so critical to your health — and which foods are high in fiber.

- Brain/Mental Health -

NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: Integrative Insights

By Henry Emmons, MD

Our new columnist explains why our lifestyle choices matter in building resilience — and addressing the growing mental-health crisis.

A picture of the Buddha Bowl from Sarah Kay Hoffman's new cookbook.

- Gut Health -

Recipes to Heal a Leaky Gut

By Sarah Kay Hoffman

Sarah Kay Hoffman, author of the new book, The Leaky Gut Meal Plan: 4 Weeks to Detox and Improve Digestive Health, shares two gut-healing (and delicious!) recipes.

- Nutrition -

What Are the Differences Between Broth, Stock, and Bone Broth?

By Jon Spayde

Bone broth is a staple of the paleo diet. Here's how it differs from regular broth and stock.

- Gut Health -

Big Pharma and the Future of Fecal Transplants

By Craig Cox

The debate over the future of fecal microbial transplants — and who will have access to them.

A graphic showing the words "FOOD POISONING" with an arrow that leads to the word "IBS"

- Gut Health -

The Food Poisoning–IBS Connection

By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHC

Food poisoning can trigger irritable bowel syndrome. Here’s how — and what you can do about it.

- General Health -

Autoimmune Disorders: When Your Body Turns on You

By Catherine Guthrie

There's been a stark rise in autoimmune disorders over the past 50 years, from type 1 diabetes and multiple sclerosis to celiac disease and asthma. What is autoimmune disorder? The first step toward a cure is understanding and controlling the causes.

- Gut Health -

ASK THE DOCTOR: Can You Detox With Activated Charcoal?

By Tiffany Lester, MD

An integrative-medicine doc weighs in on the dos and don’ts of using activated charcoal.

- Gut Health -

Can Exercise Improve Your Gut Health?

By Michael Dregni

Endurance training may alter our microbiome for good, according to a recent study.

- Gut Health -

Does Celery Juice Have Benefits for My Gut?

By Jon Spayde

Our expert weighs in on the health benefits of drinking celery juice.

- Gut Health -

7 Alternative Antibiotics

By Sheila Mulrooney Eldred

The growing threat of antibiotic resistance is leading some researchers and doctors to investigate the power of natural remedies.

- General Health -

What You Need to Know About Histamine Intolerance

By Sheila Mulrooney Eldred

Understand the role of histamines in the body — and which foods to avoid if they’re causing problems.

- General Health -

Why Is the Appendix Important?

By Michael Dregni

The appendix plays a key role in storing good bacteria and keeping our microbiome healthy.

- Gut Health -

The Parasite Paradox

By Pamela Weintraub

Intestinal organisms can be a trigger for troubling health issues. But new research finds they can also help the body heal, especially from autoimmune diseases.