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Probiotics and Prebiotics

Probiotics Are Overhyped, What You May Need More of is Prebiotics

One of the more popular supplements that people take is probiotics. These gut-friendly bacteria play a role in gut and immune health based on preliminary research. Yet recent data suggest that probiotics may not be a good choice for everyone. In fact, prebiotics from dietary sources is a better alternative. Here’s why.

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Can Exercise Change Your Gut Microbiome?

Can Exercise Change Your Gut Microbiome?

These days, you hear so much about the importance of maintaining a healthy gut microbiome. One way to do that is through diet – but what about exercise? Can working out regularly change the population of bacteria that live in your gut?

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Does Your Favorite Yogurt Have Enough Probiotic Bacteria?

Does Your Favorite Yogurt Have Enough Probiotic Bacteria?

You eat yogurt for the protein, for the probiotic bacteria, or maybe because it’s convenient. Still, it would be nice if the yogurt you choose to eat has enough gut-friendly bacteria to help you stay healthy – but how do you know? Read on and find out why all yogurts aren’t necessarily the same with regards to the probiotics they contain.

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Do Food Additives Destroy Healthy Gut Bacteria?

Do Food Additives Destroy Healthy Gut Bacteria?

As you know, most processed foods contain a variety of additives, including preservatives, emulsifiers, and sweeteners. Now research shows some of these additives may destroy healthy gut bacteria that live in your intestinal tract and this may jeopardize your health. Find out how.

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Does Bacteria in Your Intestines Impact Body Weight?

Does Bacteria in Your Intestines Impact Body Weight?

Some of the bacteria in your intestines you want to keep around because they help with digestion and may protect against certain types of infections. Now a new study shows that certain types of probiotic bacteria can impact fat loss. Find out more about this intriguing study and the role bacteria may play in controlling body weight.

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