Ginger Compound Shows Promise in Treating Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Researchers discover furanodienone (FDN) as a natural anti-inflammatory agent for IBD A groundbreaking study led by the University of Toronto has identified furanodienone (FDN), a compound found in ginger, as a promising natural therapy for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Published in Nature Communications, the study demonstrates that FDN selectively binds to the pregnane X receptor […]
Alcohol and Gut Health: The 5R Approach to Supporting Digestive Well-Being
Christine Krall, ND, highlights the often-overlooked impact of alcohol on gut health and provides clinical insights on using the 5R approach to restore digestive function. Alcohol is a common lifestyle factor that can significantly affect gut health, yet its role as a gut toxicant is frequently underestimated. According to the NIH, nearly half of individuals […]
Inulin: Managing Food Allergies Through Gut Health
Managing food allergies can be challenging, but new insights into the role of gut health offer promising solutions. Researchers have discovered that inulin, a natural dietary fiber, can significantly alter the gut microbiome, increasing beneficial bacteria like Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus. This shift in gut flora has been associated with a marked decrease in allergic reactions […]
Increasing Dietary Fiber Linked to Reduced Migraines and Headaches, Study Finds
A recent study published in Frontiers in Nutrition suggests that increasing dietary fiber intake could significantly reduce the prevalence and severity of migraines and headaches. Researchers from China analyzed data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey and found a clear link between higher fiber consumption and fewer headaches. Specifically, they observed that for […]
Five Tips to Ensure Your Gut Health Doesn’t “Fall” Behind This Autumn
Dr. Chad Larson, NMD, DC, CCN, CSCS Summer has come to a close, and with how trying the last year has been, one can hardly be blamed for feeling tempted to indulge in some pumpkin spice or other seasonal goodies. While the occasional treat is fine, it’s important not to overindulge. What we eat and […]
New Research on Genetic Link to Gut Bacteria
Razi Berry Our gut microbiome — the ever-changing “rainforest” of bacteria living in our intestines — is primarily affected by our lifestyle, including what we eat or the medications we take, most studies show. But a University of Notre Dame study has found a much greater genetic component at play than was once known. In […]
Walnuts: Good for the Gut, and the Heart
Razi Berry Walnuts may not just be a tasty snack, they may also promote good-for-your-gut bacteria. New research suggests that these “good” bacteria could be contributing to the heart-health benefits of walnuts. “Good” bacteria could be contributing to the heart-health benefits of walnuts In a randomized, controlled trial, researchers found that eating walnuts daily as […]
Feeding the Microbiome
Nicola Dehlinger, ND The microbiome is what we call the community made up of trillions of cells that live in your large intestine. These bacteria and fungi outnumber all the other cells in your body put together! Weighing more than your brain, the microbiome influences metabolism, mood, gut health, inflammation and appetite. According to research, […]
How Does Your Gut Feel?
Dr. Meghna Thacker, ND I am not asking about your gut feeling! No, seriously, do you suffer from gas, bloating or indigestion? Or, after you eat, does the food just sit in your stomach and feel like a burden? Or maybe you pop tums after each meal to get rid of the heart burn. Sometimes, […]
What are Candida Biofilms?
Dr. Christina Bjorndal, ND Have you Ever Taken an Antibiotic for a UTI, Acne, Bacterial Infection or for any Other Reason? Did you know that just by taking 1 antibiotic in your lifetime can disrupt the balance of your gut flora? There is new research that connects the relationship of our gut flora with our […]