Source: What Are Prebiotics? by Dr. Edward Group Probiotics have long been hailed as the ultimate support for the immune and digestive systems, and there is no doubt of their ability to promote and maintain a healthy gut. However, despite their fame, a little-known truth is that probiotics would be of little effect without their less-celebrated partner: prebiotics, … Continue reading What Are Prebiotics?
Study: Taking Probiotics During Pregnancy May Prevent Obesity & Assist Weight Loss After Birth
Source: Study: Taking Probiotics During Pregnancy May Prevent Obesity & Assist Weight Loss After Birth by Dr. Edward Group Weight loss is something many women struggle with after pregnancy. And the unfortunate truth is, a good number of them were already carrying around an unhealthy amount of excess body fat even before they were pregnant. Better … Continue reading Study: Taking Probiotics During Pregnancy May Prevent Obesity & Assist Weight Loss After Birth
Your gut bacteria may be telling you what to eat in order to FEED THEM
Two new studies revealed that bacterial composition in the intestines may greatly affect the dietary choices and reproductive success in animals. The studies were carried out by a team of researchers at the University of Sydney’s multidisciplinary Charles Perkins Centre and School of Life and Environmental Sciences and the Macquarie University’s Department of Biological Sciences. The first … Continue reading Your gut bacteria may be telling you what to eat in order to FEED THEM
Prebiotics improve digestion and reduce risk of cancer
Prebiotics have numerous health benefits such as improving gut health, inhibiting cancer, enhancing the immune system, and preventing obesity and have shown effective improvements in 91 percent of all human trials. They have also been shown to reduce symptoms of bowel related issues such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, irritable bowel syndrome and celiac disease. … Continue reading Prebiotics improve digestion and reduce risk of cancer
Learn Whether Probiotics Are Safe for Pregnant Women
Source: Learn Whether Probiotics Are Safe for Pregnant Women by Dr. Edward Group Probiotics offer benefits to women of all ages, including pregnant women. While probiotics are generally considered safe (a study of 341 pregnant women found that probiotics are safe and support overall health) it’s best to consult with your doctor before changing your diet … Continue reading Learn Whether Probiotics Are Safe for Pregnant Women
4 Interesting Facts You Should Know About Probiotics
Source: 4 Interesting Facts You Should Know About Probiotics by Dr. Edward Group There’s not much gray area when it comes to probiotics and our health and more and more studies suggest positive effects from taking probiotics. A boost in immune function is a prime example. [1] While many have speculated antibiotics–by decreasing bacteria–are responsible for … Continue reading 4 Interesting Facts You Should Know About Probiotics
New Research Shows Probiotics Help Your Immune System
Source: New Research Shows Probiotics Help Your Immune System by Dr. Edward Group Thanks to a recent discovery by researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, we may soon have better understanding why the long term use of antibiotic drugs causes secondary bacterial infections over time has troubled medical science for decades [1].The cause … Continue reading New Research Shows Probiotics Help Your Immune System
Probiotics found to reverse depression without the violent side effects of SSRI antidepressants
Lactobacilli, beneficial bacteria commonly found in probiotics, proves to be a potential treatment for depression. Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine examined the effects of stress in mice and noted a significant loss of Lactobacillus in the process. The scientists found that the loss in Lactobacillus results in the subsequent manifestation of symptoms associated with depression. However, feeding … Continue reading Probiotics found to reverse depression without the violent side effects of SSRI antidepressants
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
Prebiotic vs Probiotic – What’s the Difference?
Source: Prebiotic vs Probiotic – What’s the Difference? by Dr. Edward Group You may have seen probiotic yogurt advertised as having “live active cultures.” This indicates that the yogurt contains living, beneficial organisms intended to help your body with digestion. Many people wonder if there’s any truth in that or if it’s just a marketing ploy. Well, … Continue reading Prebiotic vs Probiotic – What’s the Difference?
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