- Brain/Mental Health -
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: Integrative Insights
By Henry Emmons, MDOur new columnist explains why our lifestyle choices matter in building resilience — and addressing the growing mental-health crisis.
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- Gut Health -
Recipes to Heal a Leaky Gut
By Sarah Kay HoffmanSarah 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 SpaydeBone 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 CoxThe debate over the future of fecal microbial transplants — and who will have access to them.
- Gut Health -
The Food Poisoning–IBS Connection
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCFood 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 GuthrieThere'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, MDAn 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 DregniEndurance training may alter our microbiome for good, according to a recent study.
- Gut Health -
Does Celery Juice Have Benefits for My Gut?
By Jon SpaydeOur expert weighs in on the health benefits of drinking celery juice.
- Gut Health -
7 Alternative Antibiotics
By Sheila Mulrooney EldredThe 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 EldredUnderstand 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 DregniThe appendix plays a key role in storing good bacteria and keeping our microbiome healthy.
- Gut Health -
The Parasite Paradox
By Pamela WeintraubIntestinal organisms can be a trigger for troubling health issues. But new research finds they can also help the body heal, especially from autoimmune diseases.
- Gut Health -
Is It Possible to Take Too Many Probiotics?
By Jon SpaydeIf you suffer from SIBO — small intestinal bacterial overgrowth — you might want to be careful about which probiotic supplements you choose.
- Gut Health -
Is A2 Milk Better for You?
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCA2 milk is a cow’s milk that is growing in popularity. But is it truly easier on your gut than regular milk?
- Gut Health -
Tom Tittmann’s Success Story
By Tom TittmannAfter suffering from ulcerative colitis for more than three decades, one man discovered a way to get to the root cause of his illness.
- Gut Health -
Are There Any Collagen Supplements for Vegetarians?
By Jon SpaydeL-glutamine is a great choice for meat-eaters and vegetarians alike.
- Gut Health -
How to Stay Regular Without Laxatives
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCMillions of Americans experience chronic constipation. But laxatives might not be the answer. Here’s why.
- Gut Health -
10 Things You Should Know About Probiotics
By Catherine GuthrieHere’s a simple primer on how to buy, store, and consume probiotics.
- Gut Health -
10 Tips to Tackle Candida
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCCandida overgrowth can cause a wide range of health problems, but these troublemaking fungi respond well to natural treatments.
- Gut Health -
Are Spore-Forming Probiotics Safe to Eat?
By Laura FogelbergSpore-forming soil-based organisms in probiotic supplements and snack foods are becoming more common, but they may not be right for everyone.