When we were young, collagen was the most abundant protein in our bodies and important for numerous bodily functions. But after age 50 our collagen levels drop. So we need to be intentional about getting it into our diet. Collagen is vital for the health of our gut, hair and nails, skin, joints, sleep, and even weight loss.
A month or so ago I asked a co-worker’s friend to try collagen and see for herself …
Hippocrates is famous for saying “All disease begins in the gut.” In fact, if you have any of these issues, then chances are you have leaky gut:
1. Food allergies or food sensitivities
2. Autoimmune disorders, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome or lupus
3. Poor digestion, bloating, gas, constipation, loose stools, heartburn and nutrient malabsorption
4. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), including, IBS Crohn’s or colitis
5. Thyroid issues such as hypothyroidism, Hashimotos thyroiditis or Graves disease
6. Adrenal fatigue, …
If you’ve ever left speechless from a doctor’s office after being told you have allergies…
If you’ve ever spent hours on the throne (and not the good kind)…
If you’ve ever had a skin allergy test and had your back covered in big red itchy welts…
…Then you know how frustrating it can be to realize your favorite foods are making you sick.
You have food allergies! Now what?
Simply put, your body’s intestinal flora and wall became compromised. …
Are heartburn medications really safe? Wouldn’t natural remedies for heartburn be better?
Over-the-counter (OTC) heartburn medications might just cause more problems for your health over the long run.
Great health – including great digestive health – begins with cultivating beneficial flora (good bacteria) in the gut.
The digestive system (stomach and gut) has been promoted as the second brain. There are billions of neuro receptors (nerve endings) in the gut, which help to regulate immune …
Too many of us eat without considering whether it’s good for us or not. It sounds like a cliché, but seriously, your health depends on two primary things:
Your attitude Quality foodsAttitude is first because that’s where your actions originate. You have the most power to control your thinking over anything else.
A naturally healthy attitude will drive you to eat the highest quality foods you can get your hands on.
Attitude also comes first because there is …
