Gut health, once an afterthought, has in recent decades taken center stage in Western medical research and wellness studies, and for good reason. Some 50 trillion microorganisms reside in the human gut, and the makeup and diversity of this microbiome can be responsible for digestive issues such as constipation, bloating, irritable bowel syndrome, celiac disease, as well as systemic problems such as brain fog, joint pain, neurotransmitter imbalance, poor immunity, and Hashimoto's (autoimmune thyroid) disease. For thousands of years in Eastern medical traditions, gut health has held a central position of importance. In traditional Chinese medicine, the spleen and stomach transform the nutrients we digest into qi and blood, two vital sources of life. In Ayurveda, the agni, or digestive fire that resides in the gut, is central to health.
How a Brain Surgeon Recovered From Midlife Burnout and Stays Active at 85
Protecting brain health demands proactive, balanced living–guarding against chronic burnout and stress, aging, and other stressors.
Alzheimer’s May Be the Brain’s Energy Crisis: A Neurologist
Caring for your metabolic health in middle age plays a key role in preventing Alzheimer’s.
Why You Need to Eat More Bitter Foods
New research has shown that eating bitter foods is linked with healthier fat distribution, reduced inflammation, improved digestion, and detoxification. Bitter foods such as arugula, broccoli rabe, radicchio, spinach, chicory, ...
Study Suggests a Potential New Cause of Celiac Disease
Celiac disease, a common autoimmune disease, may not be caused by an overactive immune system.
Post-Meal Drowsiness–A TCM Practitioner Reveals the Likely Culprits
Several factors come together to create after-meal fatigue.
2 Simple Spices May Enhance Beneficial Gut Bacteria
Your morning yogurt might be missing two ingredients that could give your gut bacteria a boost.
Five Best Practices For a Healthy Microbiome
Three years ago I wrote an article entitled, “New Chinese Medicine Tools to Replenish and Repair Our Gut” for the OM Newspaper. In that article I discussed recent research and ...
Eat This Special Fiber for Good Gut Health
Most everybody knows about probiotics. These are foods and supplements that help strengthen the immune system, and improve digestion. A lesser known trend in the world of gut health is called ...
Boost Gut Health With Kimchi-Braised Chicken (Recipe + Video)
By Chef Bao This Kimchi Braised Chicken recipe is the cure for dinnertime boredom. Tender chicken smothered in a savory, spicy, and super delicious kimchi sauce. Kimchi is made from ...
Don’t Underestimate How Your Brain Impacts Your Gut
Have you ever felt a little nauseous before giving a presentation or experienced some stomach pain during stressful events? If you have, it should be a clear indication of how ...
Gluten Often Causes Brain Symptoms, Not Gut Symptoms
Despite well-established research, few people know the common neurological consequences of gluten
Brain Fog May Be Treated by Healing the Gut
“Brain fog” is a frequently mentioned symptom in recent years.When people describe themselves as having brain fog, they often mention poor memory, difficulty concentrating and slow thinking. In addition to ...
Link Between Alzheimer’s and Gut Is Confirmed
Alzheimer's disease continues to be a leading cause of death in the U.S., with 1 in 3 seniors dying with Alzheimer's or dementia—more than the number killed by breast and ...
Ask a Doctor: What Is Leaky Gut?
Intestinal permeability can lead to a host of problems, but it's also treatable
Irritable Bowel Syndrome: In Depth
What Is IBS? IBS is a chronic disorder that affects the large intestine and causes symptoms such as abdominal pain, cramping, constipation, and diarrhea. As many as one in five ...
An Intro to Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth
When bacteria proliferate in the wrong place, instead of aiding digestion, they can disrupt it
4 Symptoms of Candida Overgrowth
Chances are, you have Candida overgrowth. We all have Candida, just like we all have bacteria. And like the microbes in our gut and the rest of our body, it's ...
The Critical Differences Between A1 and A2 Milk
If dairy is a problem for you, you may be able to change to healthier but less available A2 milk
Cultural Immersion: Choosing the Right Yogurt
People have been turning milk and other substances into an endless variety of yogurts for centuries