Gut Health

The Connection Between Gut Health and Brain Function

November 20, 2023 by Katie Stone

Research into the relationship between gut health and its effects on brain function has grown significantly in recent years. Scientists are now aware that the “gut-brain axis” (GBA) has an important impact on wellbeing. The gut-brain axis is a link between the brain and the gastrointestinal (GI) system, which includes the enteric nervous system and the diverse microbiome. This article will discuss the gut-brain axis and its role in parts of the brain and their functions. We will also explain how improving gut health may have a role in the treatment and prevention of mental health disorders. What is the gut-brain axis? The gut-brain axis is the two-way communication path between the gut and the brain. [1] This communication pathway...

How to Choose the Right Probiotic Supplement for Your Needs

August 25, 2023 by Katie Stone

How to Choose the Right Probiotic Supplement for Your Needs Browse Categories Vitamin B12 COVID-19 Deficiencies Fertility / Pregnancy / Women's Health Health Issues Kids Health Mental Health Methylfolate Facts MTHFR Genetics News Resources Staying Healthy Super-B-Complex MTHFR Supplementation How to Choose the Right Probiotic Supplement for Your Needs Let’s talk probiotics! Constantly touted for their health benefits, probiotic supplements are now more popular and readily available than ever before. And the research shows that the right probiotic can indeed provide fantastic benefits for your gut, immune function, moods, and more. But what IS a probiotic? Are probiotics good for you? What is the best probiotic? This simple guide will cover everything you need to know about probiotics and why...

How to Improve Gut Health: Understanding the Role of Enzymes, Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Postbiotics

June 09, 2023 by Katie Stone

How to Improve Gut Health: Understanding the Role of Enzymes, Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Postbiotics Browse Categories Vitamin B12 COVID-19 Deficiencies Fertility / Pregnancy / Women's Health Health Issues Kids Health Mental Health Methylfolate Facts MTHFR Genetics News Resources Staying Healthy Super-B-Complex MTHFR Supplementation How to Improve Gut Health: Understanding the Role of Enzymes, Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Postbiotics Our gut microbiome plays a major role in our overall health. Numerous studies show that the quality and quantity of the gut microbiome influences almost every bodily system – not only our digestive function but our immune system, mental health, hormone production, metabolism, cognition, and more. This blog will discuss the vital role of enzymes, probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics in maintaining optimal gut...

Understanding how probiotics and antibiotics can work together

April 03, 2023 by Katie Stone

Understanding how probiotics and antibiotics can work together Browse Categories Vitamin B12 COVID-19 Deficiencies Fertility / Pregnancy / Women's Health Health Issues Kids Health Mental Health Methylfolate Facts MTHFR Genetics News Resources Staying Healthy Super-B-Complex MTHFR Supplementation Understanding how probiotics and antibiotics can work together Antibiotics are powerful drugs that are used to treat bacterial infections. In many instances, antibiotics may save lives. However, as with most medications, antibiotics can have a wide range of adverse effects - particularly on the gut microbiome. Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that can support the health of the gut microbiome and restore the balance of ‘good’ bacteria. This blog post will discuss how probiotics and antibiotics work and how probiotics can promote overall health....

The many benefits of taking probiotics: what you should know about your gut health

January 31, 2023 by Katie Stone

The many benefits of taking probiotics: what you should know about your gut health Browse Categories Vitamin B12 COVID-19 Deficiencies Fertility / Pregnancy / Women's Health Health Issues Kids Health Mental Health Methylfolate Facts MTHFR Genetics News Resources Staying Healthy Super-B-Complex MTHFR Supplementation The many benefits of taking probiotics: what you should know about your gut health What are probiotics? Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that live naturally within the gastrointestinal tract and provide numerous health benefits. Probiotics play important roles in the healthy functioning of the mind and body, particularly in protecting the gut and immune system. What's the benefit of probiotics? Here’s a quick overview of the many health benefits of probiotics and how they can assist...