Why Better Sleep Starts in Your Gut Didn’t sleep well last night? If you’re like millions of Americans, you probably didn’t. Approximately 30% of US adults are affected by insomnia and about 10% chronically. Many of us–35% according to studies–get fewer than 7 hours of snooze time each night. It’s a...
Prebiotics
What are Prebiotics?Prebiotics are food for good bacteria in your digestive system. They are essential for gut bacteria and probiotics to thrive. In this way, consuming prebiotics will help you gain the health benefits from probiotics.What are Prebiotic foods?If you are eating a healthy diet, then you probably are consuming...
FEM-PRO 59.5: Unparalleled Support for Female Health and Well-Being
By: Ana Reisdorf, MS, RD In any health assessment, after gathering general information, I always start by asking questions about gut health. I do this because even if you don’t have any digestive issues, health begins in the gut. But true health encompasses the whole body, so once the gut...
Bugs that Keep You Healthy: Microbes and Your Immune Function
Do you seem to get sick with every single cold your kids bring home? Do you think your immune system is not working the way it should be? You try to take vitamin C or wash your hands more often, but nothing seems to work. If you are struggling with...