You are what you eat? How healthy eating can improve your health.
The age-old saying, “You are what you eat,” has resonated with us for generations. It emphasizes the profound link between our dietary choices and our overall health and well-being. However, it’s not just a cliché; this phrase is true and functional medicine backs this thought up. Functional medicine is a holistic approach to healthcare that […]
Parkinson’s Disease and Associated Gut Dysfunction
A recent study in Nature Communications suggests that Parkinson’s disease may actually start in the gut. The microbiota-gut-brain axis has been suggested to play an important role in Parkinson’s disease (PD). Parkinson’s is a brain disorder that can cause uncontrollable movements such as shaking, limb stiffness, and difficulty with balance and coordination. The study published […]
Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Red Dye
Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs)—like Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative colitis—affect millions of people around the world. They cause lasting structural damage—such as inflammation, ulcers, and sores—to your gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Until now no one could really pinpoint exact causes behind IBDs. However a new study made an eye-opening discovery: Some very commonplace and “colorful” foods may […]
Should I Be Avoiding Gluten?
Gluten has been the topic of hot debate by a growing number of healthcare providers. The literature is overflowing with the detrimental impact gluten has on the intestinal wall. When you eat gluten, your body produces a molecule called zonulin. The increase in zonulin is linked to increased intestinal permeability aka: leaky gut. Leaky gut […]