Benefits of incorporating natural sources of probiotics Incorporating natural sources of probiotics into your diet, rather than relying solely on probiotic supplements, can offer several advantages. Consuming probiotic-rich foods provides a diverse range of beneficial bacterial strains, which can have a more significant impact on gut health and overall well-being. These foods are often nutrient-dense, supplying...
If you've been feeling a bit off, bloated after meals, moody for no clear reason, or struggling with breakouts or brain fog, you’re not alone. An increasing number of people are discovering that these seemingly unrelated issues might have a common source: the gut. Gut health is foundational to almost every system in the body. As...
Five Ways to beat the winter blues : Gut health is key
By Yoko Inoue, founder of Shokuiku While your first instinct to achieving a healthy, glowing complexion is nailing your skincare regimen - there’s another aspect of your body that is equally important - and that’s your gut. What you put in your mouth impacts so many elements outside your stomach. Food and alcohol...
If you are looking for a delicious healthy salsa for your next party, this is the recipe for you! Using peppers, tomatoes, garlic, onion, and topping with kombucha, it is full of pre and probiotics! This recipe came to us from Juanita from the Gut Health Guru’s Facebook Group! Ingredients: -Red & Green Capsicum...
If you have left over zucchini or want to add more fresh vegetables into your diet this is an easy ferment to make! This is a beautiful spin on a pickle using zucchini and onion. It also combines turmeric and caraway seeds which are both great antioxidants! This recipe came to us from Ilona in the Gut Health Guru’s Facebook Group!
With the holiday season fast approaching, you may find yourself dining out more regularly, overeating or losing control of your typical healthy eating regime. This may lead to digestive discomfort and unwanted weight gain. Don’t worry, we’ve put together A Gut Health Holiday Survival Guide with tips and hacks to navigate any tricky social situation.
As the holiday season approaches, it brings with it a delightful array of festive foods and drinks. While these indulgences are a key part of our celebrations, they can also pose challenges to our gut health. Alcohol, in particular, can disrupt the delicate balance of our gut microbiome and lead to bloating, indigestion, and even impact...
Your immune system is one of the most important cornerstones of human health. It helps protect you from viruses and bacteria that can make you severely sick. Boosting immunity has become a buzz phrase across mainstream health platforms because of its major role in preventing sickness and ensuring balance. A recent scientific study demonstrates that the immune system is far more interconnected and fundamental to human health than first thought. From boosting gut health, which in turn affects mental wellbeing and brain function, to the lymph system which transports oxygen, water, and food to cells - the immune system isn’t a singular entity - it’s a far-reaching web.
If you like spicy foods, this recipe is for you! Giardiniera can be used on sandwiches, in your homemade rice bowls, or eaten right out of the jar! It is full of probiotic goodness. You can also omit the jalapeno if you don’t like as much spice. This recipe is adaptable so you can cut up...
Kombucha is now the next trendy, mainstream thing. We have seen it pop up all over grocery stores and online. But not all kombucha is created equal! I had the pleasure of speaking with GT Dave about his company, GT’s Kombucha. GT started this company when he was just 15 and he still holds on strong to his values of a quality product. Read on to learn about what makes a good kombucha, why store-bought may not be your best choice, what other products are the “next kombucha”, and the secret to looking and feeling youthful!
