by Patricia Frye | Mar 7, 2017 | Blog, Gut Health
For years, we’ve been taught that eating whole grains – from bread to pasta – builds good health.We’ve also learned that whole grains are a lot better than refined versions: they contain more vitamins and a lot more beneficial fiber. Many would...
by Patricia Frye | Feb 7, 2017 | Blog, Gut Health
Kombucha tea has been around for about 2,000 years now. Chinese people refer to it as “the Immortal Health Elixir” because of the many health benefits it offers. Kombucha is made from sweetened tea; only it is fermented by a colony of bacteria and yeast....
by Patricia Frye | Feb 7, 2017 | Blog, Gut Health
Fermented foods can help to improve your health and wellness. But there’s a lot of misinformation about fermentation or these probiotic foods. Read on to learn the truth behind some of the myths and misconceptions.Myth #1: Bacteria are bad for youWhile...
by Patricia Frye | Feb 7, 2017 | Blog, Gut Health
You’ve probably been prescribed antibiotics throughout your life to fight infections. And you’ve definitely seen antibacterial soaps and detergents. That must mean all bacteria are bad, right? The truth is that many bacteria are actually very good for the...
by Patricia Frye | Feb 7, 2017 | Blog, Gut Health
The Honest-to-Goodness Truth About Organic FoodOrganic foods are becoming more and more popular these days as people are increasingly becoming more health-conscious. After all, what could be safer and more natural than organic foods? Researchers say that organic food...
by Patricia Frye | Feb 7, 2017 | Blog, Gut Health
Kids can be picky eaters; there’s no getting around it. And while it’s so tempting to go for an easy fix and just give them a bowl of Fruity Pebbles every morning, you know it’s probably not going to do their health any favors; cereals are highly...
