Since the 1980’s, obesity has emerged as the most prominent chronic disease afflicting developed nations. Current estimates define more than 40% of US adults as obese. Given obesity’s prevalence and the impact it has on overall health, the measurement of obesity is fairly crude and imprecise in most medical settings. So, is there a better way?

Proactively caring for your gums is key for anyone with gastrointestinal issues such as acid reflux or a history of vitamin and mineral deficiencies or undernutrition--all of which increases risk of gum disease. Oral hygiene treatment and prevention helps to fight oral dysbiosis and gum inflammation. But what you eat and drink matters, too. 

It doesn’t get much easier than a sheet pan dinner, and fajitas tend to be pretty family friendly. This recipe uses homemade taco seasoning, chicken thighs and your standard fajita veggies (peppers and onions). You can also make these with steak, shrimp or salmon and it would be equally delicious!

In this article, we explore some of the evidence surrounding Lactobacillus reuteri DSM 17938, which has been studied quite extensively for use in various infant GI issues. Particularly, in infants and children with issues such as colic, crying/fussing, regurgitation, and stool inconsistency.

How can you connect your mind to your body? The idea here is to allow your brain to focus and reconnect to your body. Using the power of the mind-body connection, we can positively impact our health. We know our negative emotions have been shown to impact everything from the gut to the immune system, heart disease, obesity, and cancer.

With the FODMAP diet becoming the new standard for GI complications there have been a lot of advancements in technology in order to make things easier. In the App store you can find free or subscription based applications that help clear the murky waters of the FODMAP diet. This article provides a review of some gut-friendly apps available right now.

Aim for less stress with these helpful back-to-school tips! From meal planning to getting your kids out the door on time, these helpful suggestions will give you a piece of mind when planning your week so you won’t have to worry about anyone getting hangry and best of all, you can enjoy more mindful moments with your loved ones.

Curry varies in flavor, depending on which regional curry spice is used and is a mixture of different herbs and spices, similar to a chili powder. For this particular curry dish, a yellow curry seasoning is used, as well as a green curry paste. This coconut curried chicken is a hearty stew that can be served over white rice, farro, couscous, or eaten by its flavorful self.

Parasites are one thing that don’t typically come to mind when thinking about unpleasant GI symptoms like diarrhea and abdominal pain… but should they be given more credit for causing IBS-like symptoms? There is research suggesting the possible role of 3 parasites in the formation and exacerbation of IBS symptoms. Learn who may be at risk in this article.

A healthy diet consists of more than the food that we put into our bodies. True vibrance requires us to look at the whole. When areas of life are out of balance, it affects the whole. Let’s take a look beyond the plate at areas that need support and how those areas support our gut, digestion, and overall uptake of nutrition.

If you suffer from any GI issues, exercise can improve both digestion and immunity…but how? Exercise is a stressor. Each time we exercise, depending on how hard we work, we induce changes to our immune system. This article addresses the levels of activity associated with both positive and negative changes to both the gut microbiota and overall immune health in the body.

Shrimp tacos are a summer staple, and these taco bowls don’t disappoint. They are high in protein and fairly low in calories and fat, as well as full of fiber and vitamins.This recipe is GERD friendly and also gluten free. Since the shrimp isn’t fried, it also works well for those of us who deal with IBS symptoms. 

A lot goes on in the mouth at mealtime and two key players for digestive health in the mouth are saliva and teeth. Saliva is designed for its important multifunctional role: protection, pH balance, lubrication, and chemical digestion. Teeth are responsible for mechanical digestion--the mashing and slicing of food so it can be better mixed with saliva. Both impact digestive issues.

Whether you are new to sport or a seasoned athlete, one challenge all athletes face is incorporating adequate and healthy fueling. Unfortunately, you can make healthy-seeming food choices and still end up with painful and embarrassing GI issues. This article helps athletes confront meeting higher caloric demands while following a compliant Low-FODMAP diet. 

Collagen is widely known for its benefits for skin, hair, muscles, and nails. But did you know that collagen may also be helpful for gut health? In our bodies, collagen loss starts between 18-29 years of age. After the age of 40, the body can lose around 1% per year.