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The Incredible Benefits of Fermented Foods: Why You Should Add Kefir, Kombucha, Sauerkraut, and Kimchi to Your Diet (Plus Tips for Histamine Intolerance)
Fermented foods like kefir, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi have been enjoyed for centuries, offering unique flavours and impressive health benefits. Packed with probiotics, they support gut health, digestion, immune function, and even mental wellbeing. However, for those with histamine intolerance or Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), introducing these foods requires a "low and slow" approach to build immune tolerance. In this blog, we explore the incredible benefits of fermented foods and share practical tips for incorporating them into your diet - whether you’re a gut health enthusiast or navigating histamine sensitivities.
Nurturing Gut Health in Parkinson’s Disease: Practical Insights for Patients
Emerging research highlights a strong link between gut health and Parkinson’s disease (PD), showing that an imbalanced microbiome (dysbiosis) may contribute to digestive issues, inflammation, and worsening symptoms. Factors like leaky gut, weight loss, and neuroinflammation are common in PD, making gut support a key area of focus. A Mediterranean-style diet rich in fibre, healthy fats, and fermented foods can help restore microbial balance, while prebiotics (like inulin and resistant starch) and targeted probiotics support beneficial bacteria. Gentle herbal remedies, such as pomegranate husk and green tea, may also help reduce inflammation and promote gut health. By nurturing the gut, we can take proactive steps toward improving overall wellbeing in PD. Read on to explore practical, evidence-based strategies for better gut and brain health.
The Gut-Endometriosis Connection: Exploring Intestinal Permeability, LPS, and Microbiome in Endo
In today's health-conscious world, many of us are turning to sugar-free and low-calorie drinks as alternatives to reduce sugar and calorie intake. However, artificial sweeteners, commonly found in these beverages, may not be the benign substitutes we think they are. Research suggests that sweeteners like sucralose, aspartame, and saccharin can negatively impact gut health by promoting dysbiosis - a disruption of the gut microbiome that can lead to various health issues. In this post, we’ll explore the hidden effects of artificial sweeteners on gut health and offer delicious, gut-friendly alternatives like water kefir and kombucha. These fermented drinks not only satisfy your craving for fizz but also support a healthy microbiome, making them perfect options for both adults and kids. Let’s dive into how we can make better beverage choices for our gut health!
Artificial Sweeteners and Gut Health: What You Need to Know and Some Super Healthy and Tasty Alternatives!
In today's health-conscious world, many of us are turning to sugar-free and low-calorie drinks as alternatives to reduce sugar and calorie intake. However, artificial sweeteners, commonly found in these beverages, may not be the benign substitutes we think they are. Research suggests that sweeteners like sucralose, aspartame, and saccharin can negatively impact gut health by promoting dysbiosis - a disruption of the gut microbiome that can lead to various health issues. In this post, we’ll explore the hidden effects of artificial sweeteners on gut health and offer delicious, gut-friendly alternatives like water kefir and kombucha. These fermented drinks not only satisfy your craving for fizz but also support a healthy microbiome, making them perfect options for both adults and kids. Let’s dive into how we can make better beverage choices for our gut health!
Microbe Spotlight: Klebsiella
In this edition of our Microbe Spotlight series, we delve into Klebsiella, a type of bacteria that can play a significant role in health and disease. Klebsiella is commonly found in the environment and in the human gut, but certain strains can cause infections when they spread to other parts of the body. Understanding how Klebsiella behaves and its impact on health is crucial for effective management and treatment.
Polyphenols and Gut Health
In a nutshell (pun intended!) polyphenols are natural compounds found in plants. There are many different types of polyphenols out there but basically, they are the pigment in plants that give plants their distinctive colour – and they just so happen to be extremely beneficial to human health.