Let's look at some common conditions affecting the gut and suggest the right foods and which to avoid as well. You'll also learn some really useful lifestyle tips that are sure to improve your gut health.
The microorganisms in your digestive tract call your gut home. They assist you in breaking down food and converting nutrients into substances that your body can utilise. When they run out of food, they stop growing, so you'll only have what you need. The bacteria in your gut not only aid in digestion, but they also work throughout your body and can benefit your physical and emotional health.
Do you have a food allergy or think you may have one? I have heard countless patients over the years tell me that they are suffering from some food allergy or intolerance. In reality, they most likely have other underlying...
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We all get older, and as we do our risk of developing a chronic degenerative neurological disease increases. What can we do to reduce our risk factors? What can we do if we are diagnosed? You will find that there...
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Some people see alcohol as a harmless drink that may be consumed on a regular basis or on occasion and enjoyed in the company of others during social gatherings. However, even moderate drinking can put you at risk for some...
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Don’t expect much support from you medical doctor when you mention the word “detox”, unless your GP has been trained in detoxification and/or nutritional medicine such as the AIMA course (Australasian Integrated Medical Association). Most medically trained physicians view detoxification as “not...
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Detox, short for detoxification, is the body’s natural, ongoing process of neutralising or eliminating toxins from the body. Toxins (anything that can potentially harm body tissue) are transformed chemically to less harmful compounds and excreted via stools or urine.
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Did you know the most common side-effect from a detox is a dull headache? Read this article if you are interested in a cleanse or detox. It may save you from feeling bad for a few days!
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