Gut Health

Kale Brussels Sprouts Salad

Need some color in your life? Build your next meal around a fresh, vibrant salad full of detoxifying ingredients. Thanks to the flavors of tahini, lemon, and maple syrup, this kale and carrot salad is totally crave-worthy.

How a 'Keto-Green' Diet Can Help You Survive Post-Menopause

This is a guest post from my friend and colleague, Dr. Anna Cabeca. Menopause is a big deal, but it doesn’t have to bring you down at all! It just requires some adjustments, and that’s especially true in our modern, toxic world. This post outlines the restorative principles in her new book, Keto-Green 16.

My Top Gut Supplements for Immunity

Want a succinct rundown of my top supplements for immunity? Look no further! Today I'm going to cut to the chase in this new short blog. I’ll show you how to prevent gut dysbiosis, feed friendly bacteria, reduce inflammation, and remove harmful bacteria!

The Gut-Immune System Connection

“All disease begins in the gut.” This quote from Hippocrates - the father of medicine - has proven to hold a lot of truth over 2,000 years later. Is your gut dragging down your immunity? Read on to learn how you can tell, and what you can do about it!

Gluten Sensitivity: Symptoms and Solutions

If you know (or suspect) that you have issues with gluten, just cutting it out of your diet may not be enough. Gluten shows up everywhere, even in foods that are supposedly “gluten-free.” Why is gluten a problem? How can you tell the difference between celiac and gluten sensitivity? Read on to learn more!

Time Stamps of COVID-19

With so many coronavirus preventive measures out there, it can be hard to decipher fact from fiction. How does the virus behave? How long does it live on surfaces? Can you get it again? Read on to learn what research we have so far and what precautions you can take to keep you and your household safe.

Coronavirus Recipes and Expert Tips

We’ve been busy gathering information for you as you navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. My intention in this article is to tour you around things we’ve created so far, and you can pick and choose what is useful for you to read or watch.

How to Support Digestion Naturally

We can get overly focused on the digestive microbiome, but if you don't digest your food well from "the top down," you will inevitably have issues in the lower bowel. In this article, we set out to explain top-down digestion and what you can do to improve overall digestion.

Blood Tests for Immune Health

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve received some questions from our community about what to do differently if you have an overactive or underactive immune system. This article will cover some immunity blood tests that shed light on how your immune system is doing.

Coronavirus and Natural Immune Support

There is a lot of contradictory information online about coronavirus. What should you actually believe? This article provides researched advice on boosting your immune system against viruses and presents immune system supplements.

Fix Your Microbiome with Prebiotic Foods and Prebiotic Fiber

Did you know that prebiotic fiber directly feeds beneficial bacteria in your gut? Read on to learn how prebiotics work, how to find food sources, and what to do about possible side effects like bloating.

Leaky Gut Supplements and More

Digestion is a huge topic that is poorly understood. Luckily there is a growing field of study about digestion. Check out my new Top-Down Digestive Repair guide to learn more!

Why We Love the GI-MAP Test

Your digestive system is foundational to your health! Sometimes you need to run a test to know what is going on in your gut, and our preferred test is the GI-MAP. Beyond testing for a number of pathogens, including E. coli, H. pylori, Candida, and parasites, it tests for other markers of gut function, which I will highlight in this article!

The Benefits of Gentian and Ginger Digestive Bitters

Bitters are a traditional and easy way to boost your digestion and reduce an upset stomach. But what is the best way to use them? How do you find high-quality bitters? What is a fun drink you can make to convince yourself to have your bitters? Read on to learn all about it!

Top 10 Foods to Balance Hormones

Do you suffer from symptoms of hormonal imbalance like fatigue, hot flashes, acne, insomnia, or menstrual cramps? Simply eating the right foods can work wonders for your hormone health. Let’s take a closer look at the top ten hormone-balancing foods you can choose.

How to Repair Your Gut Lining

Do you struggle with indigestion, food sensitivities, bloating, gas, or other digestive issues? What about thyroid problems, anxiety, or chronic fatigue? These are all symptoms of a compromised gut lining! Read on to learn our top ways to heal your gut.

How to Get Rid of Candida Overgrowth for Good

If you have ever taken a round of antibiotics, suffered a gut infection, consumed processed foods, or been exposed to pesticides, you are at risk for Candida overgrowth in your gut! Learn why your current efforts at eliminating Candida aren’t working, what you can do instead.

How to Chose the Best Natural Toothpaste

Have you spent countless hours trying to improve your gut health, with only limited success? Maybe your oral health is undermining your efforts.

The Best Type of Stool Test

Do you struggle with bloating, gas, food sensitivities, constipation, diarrhea, or heartburn? You probably know something’s wrong, but you can’t figure out what to do! Learn about our favorite stool test to treat what is really going on in your gut.