Best Drinks for Gut Health: What to Sip and Skip
The gut health drink aisle is overwhelming. Here’s what the science says about kombucha, kefir, and other probiotic drinks.
Microbiome
Prebiotics vs probiotics — which one do you actually need
Prebiotics vs probiotics — which one do you actually need I see this confusion every day. Someone buys an expensive probiotic. Takes it for a month. Feels nothing. Stops taking it. Decides gut health is a scam. ...
15 Fermented Foods for Gut Health — Which Ones Are Worth Eating
You’ve probably heard that fermented foods are essential for gut health. But with so many options lining the grocery store shelf, how do you know which ones actually deliver? The truth is, not all fermented foods are created equal. Some are powerful allies for your microbiome, while others are just… sour. ...
Your Gut Bacteria Are Running Your Hormones
Your Gut Bacteria Are Running Your Hormones You’ve been told your hormones are a brain problem. The hypothalamus talks to the pituitary, the pituitary talks to the ovaries, everything flows from the top down. ...
Your Gut's Hidden Hormone Factory: Inflammation & Mood
The bacteria in your gut are running your hormones. Here’s what happens when they stop doing their job.