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  • Whole30 – The Elimination Diet

    If you are looking at a hardcore diet plan to detox and reset your whole system, you should check out Whole 30!   Whole 30 is an elimination diet,  designed for the core objective of cutting out all foods that might have a negative impact on your health. This diet has been around since 2009 […]

  • Microbiome 101

    By Jun Kim Ph.D.   As we tackle the myriad of challenges in society — healthcare, agriculture, environment, and energy — microorganisms are found to be everywhere and appear to have a very crucial role to play. For example, it is estimated that humans have as many microbes as human cells on their body [1], […]

  • Kimchi – Treasures of the Orient

    In modern times Kimchi “culture” has become synonymous with Korean cuisine. The Korean national dish is believed to be one of the healthiest foods in the world. Kimchi was born out of the need to preserve food without refrigeration. And of course, tiding over the harsh Korean winters sometime during the 7th century.   When […]

  • 3 Common Yeast Species We Share A History With

    Yeasts are better known as Man’s Oldest Industrial Microorganisms. History shows that our relationship with this Fungi-form is quite ancient. It is believed that “Man” starting using yeast way before inventing written text! Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics mention the use of yeast to produce alcohol and bread. This is over 5000 years ago. Back in the […]

  • Soy: The Good and Bad About the Effects of Soy

    Health effects of soy consumption are great for those who follow a plant-based diet. However, some may have a soy allergy or experience changes in hormones levels. Learn all about soy products for your wellness routine!

  • Kombucha: Treasure of the Orient

    Today, kombucha is one of the most popular probiotics foods that many consider being a staple beverage for those following a healthy gut diet plan. Kombucha is a fermented tea that has been long heralded for its ability to fight gastrointestinal symptoms and boost overall well-being. Let’s take a closer look at one of the […]

  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease And Microbiome

    By Jun Kim Ph.D.   As discussed previously (here), the main difference between IBD and inflammatory bowel syndrome (IBS) is that in IBD there is pronounced inflammation, ulcers, or other damages to the bowel, and it is a much more serious problem. Although it is now widely accepted that IBD is associated with alterations in […]

  • 10 Common Conditions Tied to Gut Health

    “All disease begins in the gut.” You’ve heard us scream this more than Chicken Little yelled, “The sky is falling!” As microbiome studies continue to gain more funding, we are learning just how much levity “All disease begins in the gut” really holds. In fact, here are 10 common conditions tied to gut health.   Anxiety […]

  • Worldwide Probiotic Use: History, Trends and Industry Outlook

    By Brenda Kimble, Nutritionist/Wellness Blogger   The probiotics industry has grown by leaps and bounds, as the health and wellness benefits of using probiotics are well-known and researched. If you’re a regular probiotics user, you might be curious to know about probiotic manufacturing practices–and history, trends and outlook of the probiotics industry.   What are […]

  • Going keto? Check Out These Recipes To Make Your Diet Fun

    Most people believe that you’d be eating bland & boring if you went keto. While some foods are clearly irreplaceable there are many other ways to add variety back into your diet. Use the following recipes to kickstart your Keto meal prep. Here are some lip-smacking dishes you could begin with:   Chicken n’ Coconut […]

  • The Layout Of The Human Microbiota

    The human body is inhabited by a plethora of microorganisms like bacteria, archaea, single-celled eukaryotes, and viruses which together constitute the human microbiota. So much so that, every part of the human body which is exposed to the external environment is colonized by the microbiota. The microbial communities that occupy different regions of the human […]

  • Got Kefir?

      In the Caucasus Mountains of Europe, kefir is the stuff of legend. Kefir is made from cauliflower-like white-yellow particles called “grains” that impart their properties to milk by the process of fermentation. The mountain tribal hung kefir sacks out in the sun during the day and brought them back into the house at night, […]

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