Body Biotics

How are food additives affecting our gut? Over time, common additives are changing the landscape of our microbiome.1* Food additives have been around for a while. Pick up any processed food item in the grocery store and you will see a list of ingredients added to preserve freshness, provide color, thicken and add texture. Many […]

Where have you “bean” all my life? Beans and legumes are plentiful, good for you and so much less expensive than meat.* You don’t have to look far to see the rising cost of everything. Step into the grocery store and sticker shock is everywhere, especially meat prices and red meat in particular. I have […]

Is your favorite protein drink causing you digestive issues?   Sometimes the thing we think is so good for us is causing us harm…whey protein could be one of these if you are lactose intolerant. I have a friend who has been having terrible irritable bowel lately. We got to talking and while her doctor has […]

There are good reasons to eat with the seasons Eating with the seasons provides health benefits for your body and your local community.* Eating produce that is in season comes with a variety of benefits. The taste of a fresh peach right off of the tree in the middle of summer, or a ripe grapefruit […]

Different phytonutrients provide specific health benefits.* Understand which Phytonutrients are in the foods you love and just how they benefit your health.* Our last blog covered Phytonutrients…what they are, and why they are so beneficial for good health. They are good for our bodies because they provide antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits as well as enhance […]

Plant-based milk is better for the planet than dairy, some more than others. You’ve chosen plant-based milk…that’s great! Now know what it takes to make them and choose accordingly. If you are among the 68% of people worldwide who have trouble digesting lactose, you have most likely discovered the many dairy alternatives available on the […]

New US Dietary Guidelines in line with maintaining a healthy gut There is consensus on a diet that promotes long-term health and fights disease, as supported by the new 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines The Dietary Guidelines for Americans for 2020-2025 was released on December 29th, 2020. Updated every five years, these guidelines set the stage for […]