Gut Check: Why You’re Not Digesting Properly

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A well-functioning digestive system is essential for overall well-being, as it breaks down food into vital nutrients that fuel energy, growth, cellular repair, and more! When your digestion is functioning optimally, you may not even think twice about it. However, when issues arise, they can have widespread effects on your overall well-being. Poor digestion can manifest through signs such as persistent digestive discomfort, irregular bowel movements, nutrient deficiencies, food sensitivities, and unexplained weight fluctuations.

Recognizing these indicators is crucial for addressing ...

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The PCOS and Gut Health Connection

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Up to five million women in the U.S. have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), but this condition remains frustratingly difficult to diagnose and treat. One study found that 70% of women with PCOS haven’t been diagnosed, so they continue to experience debilitating symptoms.

With a wide range of symptoms, PCOS can have a profound influence on a woman’s life. In fact, studies have found a high incidence of anxiety and depression among women with PCOS.

The health of our gut microbiome– the trillions ...

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Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: An Approach That Works

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Do you have digestive issues? Excess gas, bloating or IBS symptoms? You could be experiencing an imbalance in your small intestines. This is a very common issue but frequently missed diagnosis. Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a condition caused by an excess of bacteria in the small intestine. The results of this bacteria overgrowth can be profound and lead to intestinal damage and nutritional deficiency. However, despite the far-reaching implications, many conventional practitioners miss the signs of SIBO. This ...

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Reacting To Foods And Can’t Figure Out Why?

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A growing number of people suffer from food sensitivities – by some estimates, more than one in five people experience uncomfortable symptoms after eating certain foods. Yet, despite their prevalence, many of us don’t realize we have a food sensitivity. Instead, we assume the common symptoms, like bloating, fatigue and “brain fog,” are just normal results of our busy lives.

It doesn’t have to be that way. Many patients tell us they are surprised by a remarkable improvement in their quality ...

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Pain with Sex? Find the Root Cause

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By: Mary Schroeder, ND, LAC

Pain with sex is very common and yet can be difficult to talk about. We have such a strong stigma in our culture around sexual pleasure that many people avoid seeking help from their healthcare providers. If you fall into this category, we want you to know that you are not alone, and that there are many options for treatment.

The first step in finding an effective treatment strategy is to get an accurate diagnosis. If you ...

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Constantly Bloated? Time To Get To The Root Cause

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Bloating is a very common condition that most people experience at some point. When you’re bloated, your stomach feels tight, full, and sometimes painful.

Often, we feel bloated after a large meal, and the discomfort is only short-term. Other times, bloating is related to an underlying health condition, and can cause severe symptoms that negatively affect quality of life.

Keep reading to find out more about bloating, its common causes, and how you can prevent it.

What Is Bloating?

Bloating refers to an excess ...

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Is Your Gut Healthy? How to Tell

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By: Molly Force, ND

How’s your gut health? A simple “gut check” is one of the most comprehensive ways to assess your overall well-being. Growing research points to the importance of the microbiome in a wide range of functions, from your immune system, to your weight, to your mental health and more.

The term microbiome refers to the trillions of microorganisms – bacteria, fungi, and other living microorganisms that exist in your gut. It’s a complex world, with hundreds of different kinds ...

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How Your Gut Health Affects Your Mental Health

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By: Molly Force, ND

Recent years have seen a growing awareness of mental health issues, and, thankfully, more open conversations about addressing psychological challenges. However, many people remain unaware of new, exciting research on the connection between gut health and mental health. The connection between your digestive system and your brain can have a profound influence on your mental health, thanks to the complex communication network that exists between the two.

The Gut-Brain Axis

It may initially seem like a stretch to say ...

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Top 10 Tips for Good Digestion

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By: Molly Force, ND

A good digestion turneth all to health.” George Herbert

Good digestion is essential to our health – and our mood – and when it’s all working smoothly, we tend to take it for granted. It’s not until things go wrong that digestion moves to the forefront of our minds.

If you are someone who suffers with digestive ...

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