Prebiotics and probiotics have become healthy buzzwords, but what is the difference between a prebiotic and a probiotic?
No one likes to talk about it, but everyone deals with constipation at one time or another. The good news is that there are a few simple changes that you can make to help your digestive system run smoothly.
Treatment for GERD may include medications, but there are some diet and lifestyle changes that can help alleviate symptoms. This doesn’t mean that you have to eliminate all of your favorite foods! Take a look at the tips below and pick a few of the items to make small modifications to your typical routine.
The American Institute for Cancer Research has estimated that about 45% of colorectal cancer cases could be prevented through a healthy diet, physical activity, and maintaining a healthy weight! This provides tremendous incentive for us to take control of our lifestyle habits and make a positive change.
Most of these probiotic-rich foods are easy to find and add to your diet. Start by picking one or two of these foods to incorporate as a snack or part of a meal.
So what does this all mean? Should you never eat red meat? Is this the end of the bacon cheeseburger? Of course not! When faced with information like this we really need to step back and look at the big picture. How much do you enjoy eating a juicy steak or a grilled hot dog on a warm summer day? What is the purpose of life? What is the lifetime mortality of someone who never eats red meat? (Hint: it's 100%.) Let's not forget that red meat is also an excellent source of protein, iron, B vitamins, and zinc...oh, and it tastes pretty good too!
Coffee is enjoyed all over the world, perhaps more than any other substance except for water and air. We all are familiar with the stimulant effects of coffee, and independent of this effect caffeine is also a weak mood-elevating substance. There are many social rituals that revolve around coffee too. In fact, this blog probably … Read more