Tag: diet
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How to Restore Your Gut Microbiome after Taking Antibiotics
Antibiotics are an important medication that have revolutionized how we treat bacterial infections. While antibiotics can be life-saving, they can also dramatically alter your body’s gut microbiome. The good news is that it is possible to restore your gut microbiome after taking antibiotics. Below, we’ll review what the gut microbiome is. We’ll also review steps…
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How to Manage Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
If you’re managing IBS symptoms, you’re not alone. The American College of Gastroenterology estimates that 10 to 15% of people in the US suffer from IBS. IBS symptoms, like bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation can be embarrassing and frustrating. Although there is no cure for IBS, there are many ways that you can manage IBS…
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How to Lose Weight and Keep it Off: Addressing the Global Obesity Epidemic, a Major Risk Factor for Serious Chronic Illness
Obesity affects nearly 2 billion adults, 340 million children and adolescents, and 41 million children under the age of five worldwide. It affects both children and adults, men and women, and individuals in both developed and third-world countries. In other words, obesity does not discriminate. The reasons why an individual becomes obese are complex and…