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Fermented Foods & Thanksgiving: A Simple Way to Support Digestion During Heavy Holiday Meals

Thanksgiving meals are delicious, comforting, and — for many — heavier than what we eat on a typical day. Rich foods, larger portions, and multiple...

The Holiday Sugar Spiral: How to Support Your Gut During a Season of Sweets

The holiday season brings more sugar than any other time of year. Learn how sugar influences the gut microbiome and discover simple, science-backed ways to support digestion, cravings, and energy — without restricting your favorite treats.

The Gut-Healthy Thanksgiving Plate

Want to support your gut without giving up your favorite Thanksgiving dishes? Learn how to build a balanced, digestion-friendly holiday plate using simple, science-backed steps.

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

The American Institute of Cancer Research offers a beacon of hope, stating, "Colorectal cancer is considered one of the cancers most preventable by diet and lifestyle choices."

Should I Test My Gut Health? Why A Healthy Microbiome Matters

Why gut health testing can help you feel your best!

The Development of the Gut Microbiome

By Nishant Mehta Ph.D. candidate As adults, we have fully matured microbiomes that are constantly interacting with the food we ingest. This conglomeration of hundreds of different bacterial strains works together in synergy to digest food and release byproducts that contribute to our well-being. As humans, we have evolved the capacity to generate new […]

What Are Targeted Probiotics?

Consuming probiotic foods like kombucha, fermented pickles, and kimchi is a great way to add beneficial bacteria to your gut. However, they might n...

A Biologist’s Take On Three Common Digestive Disorders

As perfect as we are all born into this world, the human condition offers some of its own biological challenges for us to deal with while we crawl, walk and start running. As we know, our body functions as a result of an extremely well-orchestrated symphony involving all the complex bodily processes of digestion, […]

What is a Microbiome Test and What Do Probiotics Do?

Bloating? Skin problems? Weight gain? Here's why you should take a Gut Health Test and start a targeted probiotic subscription!

Health Benefits of Bone Broth

Bone broth is one of the most recent health food trends sweeping the world of wellness. It is sometimes referred to as “liquid gold” due to it’s supposed healing properties and benefits. Does this seemingly simple drink live up to the hype? Let’s discuss the potential benefits of bone broth and how to incorporate this […]