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10/26/2018 / By Jhoanna Robinson

Fight arthritis with breakfast: Fiber-rich food nourishes your microbiome, reduces chronic inflammation in joints

A study published in the journal Nature Communications showed that a fiber-rich diet could aid in the treatment of chronic inflammatory joint diseases through the increased production of short-chained fatty acids (SCFA) in the microbiome. The researchers discovered that when higher concentrations of SCFA are present, for example in bone marrow, the propionate gave rise […]

10/25/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Evidence-backed reasons to begin supplementing with curcumin

Have you been reluctant to get on board the curcumin train? This compound and the spice that it’s found in, turmeric, is appearing everywhere these days. You’ve probably figured out that it must be good, but if you’re wondering what makes it so special, there is no simple answer. That’s because there is scientific evidence […]

10/20/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Here’s an easy way to improve gut health: Eat more cherries

Adding more tart cherries to your diet is an effective way to improve gut health, according to a study published in The Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry. In the study, researchers examined the effect of tart cherry concentrate on gut bacteria using both laboratory testing and clinical trials. Earlier research has shown that polyphenols have a […]

10/12/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Relieve symptoms of Crohn’s disease with these dietary recommendations

The human body still holds mysteries that modern science has yet to comprehend — one of which is the exact cause of Crohn’s disease. In the U.S., around three million adults suffer from inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), most people with […]

10/08/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Licorice is a natural treatment for ulcerative colitis

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a currently incurable condition that causing debilitating pain and potentially life-threatening symptoms. A study published in Chinese Herbal Medicines discusses the potential of licorice (Glycyrrhizae Radix or Liquiritiae Radix) as a treatment for the condition. The researchers induced UC in a mouse model by administering acetic acid and dextran sulfate sodium. […]

10/03/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Daily supplementation with these spore-forming probiotics improve stool frequency and consistency, even in healthy people

New research has found that taking probiotics, particularly the Bacillus subtilis C-3102 strain, every day may improve stool frequency and consistency in healthy people. The study, published in the journal Beneficial Microbes, looked at the effects of probiotic supplementation on loose stool symptoms. For the study, the researchers based in Japan recruited 88 healthy adults […]

10/03/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

The Korean cactus Cheonnyuncho effectively treats constipation

Researchers in Korea looked at the effects of the Korean cactus Opuntia humifusa (commonly known as the eastern prickly pear) on constipation. The study, published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, discussed the cactus extract’s ability to alleviate loperamide-induced constipation in mice. In the study, researchers grouped the mice into four: a normal group, a constipation control group, […]

09/16/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Taheebo, a folk remedy for a wide variety of health disorders, now shown to prevent colitis

Here’s another great reason to add taheebo to your morning cuppa: A South Korean study showed that a water-based extract derived from the traditional herbal medicine could alleviate the clinical symptoms of colitis, an increasingly common inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). IBDs stem from immune problems in the gastrointestinal tract. Ulcerative colitis is one of the […]

08/16/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Study: You can reshape your gut microbiome for the better by eating more nori

Improve your gut health by eating nori seaweed. In a study published in the journal Nature, the seaweed most commonly used as a wrap for sushi has been found to contain a specific carbohydrate that could help encourage the growth of certain probiotic strains. The study, carried out by a team of researchers at the […]

08/15/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Health benefits of Jerusalem artichoke and its potential use in food products

A team of researchers from Carleton University in Canada carried out an analysis on inulin obtained from the root vegetable Jerusalem artichoke and its potential uses in consumer food items, particularly in baked goods and beverages. In the study, they evaluated the composition of the Jerusalem artichoke. In addition, they assessed the health benefits of inulin obtained from […]

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