To be able to explain this research, it is best to get a few things out in the open for the global community of health enthusiasts to appreciate. The "artificial sweetener" conversation and research is changing, so there must be a new definition of what artificial sweetener means and the platform upon which they are ALL sold … Continue reading Artificial sweeteners alter gut bacteria and cause metabolic dysfunction leading to obesity and diabetes
Learn about the Importance of Good Bacteria, Part I
The adult intestine contains around 2-4 pounds of bacteria. This bacterial load is 10 times greater than the number of cells within our body. In real numbers, since we are about 75 trillion cells we have approximately 750 trillion bacterial cells within our body. It is astonishing to think about our bodies in such a … Continue reading Learn about the Importance of Good Bacteria, Part I
Can sprouted nuts improve digestion and immune function?
As the world continues to get crazier and more polluted by the day, health-minded individuals have to become ever more vigilant when protecting themselves. In order to help neutralize the effects of rampant toxicity, there are many steps we can take – like, eating sprouted foods. Probably one of the most important things to be … Continue reading Can sprouted nuts improve digestion and immune function?
Researchers Discover Successful Probiotic Treatment for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Source: Researchers Discover Successful Probiotic Treatment for Inflammatory Bowel Disease by Dr. Edward Group Research published in the Journal of Medical Microbiology shows that certain strains of probiotic bacteria may be the most effective way to alleviate the symptoms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) [1]. These findings leaves experts optimistic that safe, effective treatment options for IBD … Continue reading Researchers Discover Successful Probiotic Treatment for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Antibiotics Giving You Diarrhea? Try Probiotics
Source: Antibiotics Giving You Diarrhea? Try Probiotics by Dr. Edward Group One of the most common (and unpleasant) side effects many patients complain about when using prescription antibiotic drugs is antibiotic-associated diarrhea (AAD). [1] One possible countermeasure to this longstanding and potentially serious problem may lie in the use of probiotics. While this may sound like a … Continue reading Antibiotics Giving You Diarrhea? Try Probiotics
Are Probiotics Right for You?
Source: Are Probiotics Right for You? by Dr. Edward Group Maybe you’ve heard how probiotics can help your digestion, perhaps you’ve even tried them. But do you know exactly what they are, and just how they work? Don’t worry, because you’re not alone. There’s a lot of confusion about the role of probiotics on your digestive health, … Continue reading Are Probiotics Right for You?
Lactobacillus brevis: A Healthy Probiotic Strain
Source: Lactobacillus brevis: A Healthy Probiotic Strain by Dr. Edward Group By now, many people are familiar with the multitude of benefits that probiotics offer, but are they right for you specifically? Many people are confused when it comes to picking a probiotic, especially when it comes to choosing the right strain of bacteria. There are many … Continue reading Lactobacillus brevis: A Healthy Probiotic Strain
Lactobacillus gasseri: A Healthy Probiotic Strain
Source: Lactobacillus gasseri: A Healthy Probiotic Strain by Dr. Edward Group Are probiotics really that good for you? Is yogurt the best source of probiotics? I regularly hear these and many other questions about probiotics. Probiotics is a subject that is straightforward, but confusion persists regarding these beneficial microbes. The fact that there are so many different … Continue reading Lactobacillus gasseri: A Healthy Probiotic Strain
6 Kombucha Health Benefits Your Gut Is Begging For
Source: 6 Kombucha Health Benefits Your Gut Is Begging For by Dr. Edward Group Well known as a good source of probiotics, kombucha is a sweet tea beverage fermented with yeast and bacteria. It is commonly called the “immortal health elixir” and it’s more popular now than ever before. In fact, the market is expected to grow … Continue reading 6 Kombucha Health Benefits Your Gut Is Begging For
5 Tips to Help You Restore and Maintain Your Gut Health
Source: 5 Tips to Help You Restore and Maintain Your Gut Health by Dr. Edward Group Bacteria in your gut might sound like a bad thing, but your gut actually uses bacteria to process food into energy.[1] We call these helpful bacteria probiotics. Most people have heard the term in yogurt ads, but that’s about it. … Continue reading 5 Tips to Help You Restore and Maintain Your Gut Health
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 