Why is it so important to include resistant starch in your diet? When you eat food, digestion can begin as early in the mouth, driven by enzymes in the saliva. Next, the food is often partially digested in the stomach and finished off in the small intestine. However, some foods contain resistant starches that aren’t […]
Should You Eat A Low-Sulfur Diet If You Have SIBO?
Sulfur is a very important mineral. It’s a vital compound when it comes to bones and skin and hair. Many parts of your body require sulfur for them to be in good shape. Sulfur is found in many protein foods. Cysteine and methionine are two amino acids that are high in sulfur. The dietary supplement, […]
The Connection Between The Gut, Heart Disease, And Stroke
Stroke and heart disease continue to be serious public health problems. New research conducted by Dr. Brunch at the University of Colorado has something exciting to say about those conditions. This study demonstrated that when you change of microbiome of older mice, you reduce the production of a toxic compound (TMAO) in their gut. TMAO […]
A Gut-Healthy Approach to Shopping
I’ve come up with ten tips that will help make sure you’re grocery shopping is gut-healthy. 1. Shop the perimeter: If you must use a supermarket for your groceries, try to limit your purchase to items found at the edges of the store. Traditionally, that is where you will find fresh fruits and vegetables, fresh […]
Using Periodic Detoxification To Optimize Gut Health
Periodically detoxifying and resting the GI tract are essential steps to take if you want to build up your gut’s health. I often get comments regarding my formula, CanXida Restore. People complain that their gut can’t tolerate the product, or that they are getting a Herxheimer reaction. So, let talk a little bit about what […]