Living Well Blog

A lot of people trying to lose weight often start out fast – dropping pounds at a rapid pace. But losing weight too fast can be detrimental to your health and sabotage your overall goals. Rapid weight loss is often followed by rapid weight gain. Or worse: Rapid weight loss can put your health at… See more

The food you eat is key to your gut health — but it’s not the only important thing. Exercise, sleep and stress also play an important role. Watch the video above to find out how.… See more

Over the last few years, you’ve probably heard a lot about gut health and the microbiome – the collection of bacteria and other microorganisms that live in our gut. Science is just starting to understand the importance of multiplying the good bacteria in our gut, which help with decreasing… See more

Trust your gut: It could be the secret to healthier living

You probably know how important it is to keep your body’s major organs healthy. Are you aware of the bodily system whose proper functioning greatly impacts your overall health? If you don’t, you’re not alone. The majority of… See more

Have you heard the terms “gut health,” “microbiome,” and “probiotics” but still don’t really know what they mean? You’re not alone. Nearly half of Americans (47%) in an Ipsos/MDVIP survey… See more

You’re probably aware that processed foods and ultra-processed foods have a bad rap. Regularly eating these foods raise the risk for:obesity… See more

Of all the things we eat, nothing perhaps does more harm than foods that are awash in sugar, items that come to mind include:CakesCookiesSugar-sweetened beverages (like gourmet coffee and sodas) But sugar is everywhere — in low-fat yogurt and barbecue sauces, in granola, protein bars and… See more

Hair care is important to Americans. In 2022, haircare industry revenue was $13 billion. While hair care products are important if you want hair that looks healthy, it begins with nutrition, not shampoo and conditioner.
Studies have found that eating lean proteins, Omega-3 fatty acids, fat-… See more

What are we referring to when we talk about a healthy gut or digestive system? It’s a combination of several factors such as: An ability to digest foods and absorb nutrientsAn effective and healthy immune systemAn absence of illnesses in the gutA thriving, balanced composition of… See more

Our gastrointestinal tract needs probiotics and prebiotics to create an environment where communities of beneficial bacteria can flourish. And while you may be tempted to use daily over-the-counter probiotic and prebiotic supplements, your diet is the best source of both.

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