Intestinal bloating, pain and altered bowel habits may be coming from your microbiome… “Death begins in the colon” This has been quoted numerous times throughout history. It can be traced back to E. E. Metchnikoff, Russian pathologist and microbiologist in the 1900’s. He was known as the father of Orthobiosis looking at microbes and their
The prevalence of diabetes in the United States has increased by more than 60% since 1990 and is expected to more than double by 2050. Circulation. 119 2009:e21-e181 According to the American Diabetes Association, there are 25.6 million American adults (or 11.3%) age 20 or older who have diabetes. It is estimated that 79 million
Are You Inflamed? If you have low grade inflammation chances are your body is not as healthy as it once was. Although you may feel something is wrong, all of your blood tests come back normal and your doctor tells you you’re fine. Frustrating! Under normal circumstances inflammation can be good. It’s the normal response
What is Multiple Sclerosis? Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disorder caused by destruction of the insulating layer surrounding neurons in the brain and spinal cord. The process of MS is thought to be one in which the body, through its immune system, launches a defensive attack against its own tissues. Immune factors
Calcium supplements may not be as good as you think Calcium supplements and fracture risk Current research does not support calcium supplements to reduce fracture risk in adults. In particular, the combination of 400 IU of vitamin D and 1,000 mg of calcium had no effect on fracture risk. Ann Intern Med. 26 February 2013 Interestingly,
