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What is Leaky Gut?
Increased intestinal permeability (IP), often known as leaky gut, is a digestive condition in which bacteria and poisons can "leak" through the intestinal wall. Leaky gut syndrome (LGS) is a disorder that many doctors and healthcare professionals are unaware of. However, recent scientific research reveals that leaky gut can cause...
What Is Anaemia?
Anaemia is a reasonably common issue that affects around two billion people, more than 30% of the general population.1 However, it is stated that anaemia is not a diagnosis or an illness but rather a symptom or presentation of an underlying condition.2 This is due to anaemia being described as a...
What is Gastritis?
Gastritis occurs when the stomach lining becomes inflamed as a result of damage. It's a frequent condition with a variety of causes. Gastritis is usually not severe and improves fast if treated. If not, though, it can linger for years. It is classified based on the amount of time you've had...
What is Candida?
What is the Definition of Candida? Thrush is a yeast infection also known as candida, candidosis, or candidiasis. It's a type of fungus that lives in small amounts in your mouth, tummy, your skin and gut, without creating any issues. However, with the correct conditions, candida fungus can multiply and...
7 Foods for Longevity
Food is universal; each of us has something in common with another; we need to eat to survive. Food's value is not only in its nutritional benefit but also in the social aspect. A meal shared has mental benefits; conversation, laughing, and mutual enjoyment and encourages us to let our...
What is Coeliac Disease?
How did Coeliac Disease Begin? Initially, our species were hunter-gatherers, so we only had access to fruits, nuts and meats. As our species developed, we learned how to cultivate plants. This is known as the agricultural revolution. Our guts had only processed this minimal diet for more than two million...
An Introduction to Gut Health and Fat Loss
Introduction to Gut Health and Fat Loss An unhealthy gut can limit our ability to lose fat. Luckily, many ways to boost our gut health will aid in fat loss. Fat loss occurs when you burn more calories than you consume, and our metabolism controls this. A healthy gut impacts...
A Guide to the Gut-Skin Axis
The Gut-Skin Axis can sound complicated, but it's pretty simple to understand when you break it down. Essentially, it links our gut's health and our skin's appearance. Great skin starts from within is a motto worth remembering. Many skin care products, creams and ointments aim to reduce the appearance of...
What is IBS?
What Is The Definition of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a collection of digestive-system issues. It's a frequent but unpleasant gastrointestinal condition. Although there is no specific treatment for IBS, addressing dietary and lifestyle modifications can help you to prevent and ease symptoms. Symptoms The...
Mushrooms: A Feast For The Mind, Body and Gut
You may have seen in recent times that mushrooms have had a lot of press in the health and wellbeing community. There has been more research funded on certain types of mushrooms referred to as being magical. However, we won’t be covering those just yet. The mushrooms we are referring...
