Immunity

By Jun Kim Ph.D.     Previously the association between gut microbiota and allergy was discussed [Here]. To describe worldwide increased rates of allergies in school children, the hygiene hypothesis was proposed, which subsequently led to the microbial hypothesis as a potential explanation. Given the strong evidence supporting these hypotheses, probiotics treatment has been suggested […]

Free radicals, as the name suggests are molecules which contain one on more unpaired electrons. And because they contain unpaired electrons, they possess the property to affect our cellular processes which in turn affects our overall health. And these free radicals are natural products of many of our metabolic (think of it as your cellular […]

  For ages, men and women have flaunted their mane with pride and honour. More than anything else these have been an extension of their personality. Needless to say, this has led to quite some obsession over time.   In times when brains are just as important as brawn, one’s hair has definitely come into […]

High FODMAP foods are sometimes healthy ones that can cause bloat and gas. Sometimes switching to a low FODMAP diet can improve stomach problems. Here’s how!

It is never easy dealing with a chronic condition, especially one that is as sneaky as allergies that affect more than 50 million people in the US alone [1]. Learning how to manage your allergies is so complicated because nobody knows why allergies happen. Moreover, there is no cure.   Sufferers can only manage symptoms […]

By Jun Kim Ph.D.   Phages, or bacteriophages, are viruses that infect bacteria. Given their antimicrobial properties they can function as therapeutic agents. Despite successful results in Eastern European countries, the idea of using viruses has not been well received in the West. Also, lack of regulatory framework, the demand for large scale in vivo […]

It’s common knowledge to most people that long-term inflammation is the primary cause of the majority of diseases we develop. We want to put an emphasis on “long-term.” Inflammation gets a bad rap. In fact, we need inflammation to keep us safe from opportunistic stomach bacteria. However, chronic inflammation is an issue. That’s why you […]

Dr. Susan Hewlings, PhD, RD (IgY Nutrition)   More than 70% of your immune system resides in your gut. Yes, you read that right. 2/3rd of the immune tissue is located within the digestive system. That means that the intricate system that protects you and keeps you healthy is influenced by your intestinal flora and […]

Can the cure for cancer already be on your body? Think that sounds preposterous? What if we told that this cancer-fighting agent was actually a strain of bacteria? Well, we’re telling you research has found some promising news about all of these claims.

Beauty and health both fade. So, do what you can to prolong both. Here are tips to rejuvenate your skin and fix your gut health!

  Your skin is the largest organ on your body. Some would even say the most important organ! Unlike other organs, you can touch and see your skin. As you can check the health of your skin on a daily basis, it is a great indicator of what’s happening inside your body.  Acne, eczema, psoriasis, […]

Toxins are everywhere, from the air we breathe to the cosmetics we wear. Learn how to get rid of toxins naturally with these 4 lifehacks.