Constipation Relief: 15 Evidence-Based Strategies That Work

Person holding their abdomen due to abdominal discomfort from constipation

Constipation is no fun. The bloating and abdominal discomfort that often come with it can be uncomfortable and sometimes even painful. It is also something many people feel awkward talking about, even though most of us have experienced it at some point. In fact, constipation affects an estimated 8 to 12 percent of adults, making it…

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Top 8 Nutrition Tips for a Healthy Gut

When you hear the word bacteria, what comes to mind? Germs… sickness? While that may be true of some bacteria, others are “good” and play an important role in keeping us healthy. Did you know that you have 5 pounds of bacteria living in your body? Sounds crazy but it’s true. The majority lives in your…

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5 Nutrition Tips for Women on Mother’s Day

Whether you’re a mother or not, most of the women I know have hectic schedules and don’t take enough time for themselves. Family and work obligations often come first. Who has time to plan healthy meals and snacks, fit in exercise or get enough sleep? This takes a toll on our energy levels, weight and…

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Does Your Energy Bar Give You Gas?

You try to do the right thing by eating something before exercising. We all know a car doesn’t run on an empty tank.  So to put “gas in your tank”, you grab an energy bar. But soon after eating it, you have gas alright – but not the kind you wanted! Your stomach is soon…

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