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...
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!
Have you ever wondered why gut health is so important? If you have then you aren’t alone. Many people contact our companies Nourishme Organics and Allele Microbiome asking these same questions. Coming from a scientific background, I know the in’s and out’s of gut health and why it's important. BUT it doesn’t help if I can’t explain it to the rest of the population. My whole essence of today is to really deconstruct and break down gut health.
Guide to Kombucha Download PDF About the Author Kriben Govender Kriben Govender, is a Food Scientist, Registered Nutritionist and Founder of Nourishme Organics, a company specialising in Gut Health and Mitochondrial health-focused products and Allele Microbiome – a provider of cutting edge Metagenomic Stool Testing and Deuterium Testing. What Is Kombucha? How to Make...
Are you interested in brewing Kombucha but you don’t know where to start? I had the pleasure of speaking with Sebastien Bureau. Sebastien runs a Kombucha brewing masterclass (15% off with promo code GURU2020) to help you start that journey today! Read on to learn about store-bought vs homemade kombucha, the best kombucha ingredients to add,benefits of longer...
There’s an abundance of information on gut health, and almost all of it features the terms “probiotics” and “prebiotics”. With both of these terms frequently scattered through content on our gut’s micro flora, it’s clear that both probiotics and prebiotics are an important part of keeping us healthy. What’s not so clear is the difference between...
Digestive enzymes are a vital part of your digestive health. In this blog, we’ll discuss the importance of digestive enzymes, the different types, as well as the potential benefits including digestive enzymes in your daily routine. Whether you're a health enthusiast or someone looking to improve your digestive health, this blog will break down the power...
What is IBD? Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) refers to a group of long term, relapsing, inflammatory conditions of the digestive tract, involving the body’s immune system attacking its own cells, most notably Ulcerative Colitis (UC) and Crohn’s Disease (CD), each with its own unique features and symptoms, that affect millions of people throughout the word (Glassner et al. 2020,...
Putting it in a very general way, inflammation is the immune system’s response to an irritant. These irritants can be a wide range of things, such as a chemical, plant pollen or a foreign microbe. When your body recognises something foreign, your immune system activates and triggers the inflammatory process.
Acid reflux is a common yet frustrating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Symptoms often include a burning sensation in the chest after eating, a sour taste in the mouth, or discomfort that can even disrupt sleep. For some, it’s just an occasional annoyance. But for others, it can become a chronic issue known as...
The festive season is all about celebrating with loved ones, indulging in delicious meals, and cherishing the moments that bring us closer. It’s also a time when we may neglect our gut health, often leaving us feeling bloated, sluggish, or even sick. However, with a little planning and mindful choices, you can enjoy a joyous Christmas...
