Leaky gut, also referred to as intestinal hyperpermeability, is a primary cause of many health concerns. Those who understand the implications of leaky gut and pursue diagnostic testing for it can properly identify and address this growing health problem. How to Test For Leaky Gut was last modified: January 13th, 2023 by Samantha Lander
Everything You Need to Know About Bovine Colostrum
What is Bovine Colostrum? If you’re not sure what bovine colostrum is, you’re certainly not alone. Colostrum is the “first food” for all newborn mammals and it’s vital to their survival. Human mothers also produce colostrum for their newborns a few days before true breast milk appears. Bovine colostrum is a nutrient-dense substance that comes…
6 Ways to Optimize Your Immune System
Your immune system consists of several different organs and structures within the body, all designed to protect you. When it works properly, the immune system can adequately discern between your own healthy tissue and any negative elements. Important components of your immune system include the lymph nodes, spleen, bone marrow, and white blood cells (both…
12 Ways to Improve Your Digestive Health
Maintaining optimal digestive health is important to the body’s overall well-being. About 70% of the immune system is located in the digestive tract. The following 12 ways to improve your digestive health can be found below: 1. Use Probiotics to Improve Digestive Health Probiotics refer to “good” bacteria that are beneficial to the health of…
Probiotics: What You Need to Know
Probiotics support good digestive health. As such, probiotic supplements are popular choices for individuals who have gastrointestinal (GI) concerns and want to keep the gut (and immune system) as healthy as possible. What Are Probiotics? Probiotics (as dietary supplements) are live bacteria that are added to the existing bacteria which inhabits the human body (the…