Digestive Health

Bloating or Gas is a condition in which there is a feeling of tightness, pressure or fullness in your stomach. It can be very uncomfortable & painful and a recurring problem. What are the Common Causes of Gas? Gassy foods like potato, cabbage, soft drinks, some medications Sensitivity to certain foods like lactose, fructose and the carbs in wheat and beans Gut problems like...

‘You are what you eat’ is not an understatement. Most ailments are linked to gut health and it is evident from recent research findings which prove that both physical and mental health are linked to Gut health.  Right gut health diet is crucial for overall well-being. Low immunity –Frequent colds or allergy symptoms like runny or stuffy nose, headaches, and sneezing are sometimes signs...

Constipation is a condition in which bowel movements become less frequent and stools become hard and painful to pass. Untreated & recurrent constipation can lead to more serious problems.  What are the Common Causes of Constipation? Imbalanced Diet like Low fiber diet, too much processed food, not drinking enough water Unhealthy Lifestyle with Lack of physical activity, overuse of laxatives Health Issues such as...

There is a bi-directional relationship between the variety of foods we eat and the type and number of bacteria that exist in our gut. These in turn affect the way food is digested, absorbed and stored. Good food habits like taking prebiotics (fiber) influence the ratio of certain bacteria which produce hormones that make you feel fuller, reduce your appetite and prevent you from...

Gut health is linked to almost all aspects of human physical and mental well-being.  Research is gradually unfolding the link between an imbalance in the gut microbiome and the cascading effect leading to various diseases. Most of these bacteria live in a part of the large intestine called the cecum. Here are the 5 reasons to have a Healthy Gut Microbiome 1. Nutrition: A healthy...

1. Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Over 60 bioactive are present in ginger, to name a few, gingerols, paradols, shogaols, zingerone etc. Gingerol is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Studies show that ginger consumption induces bacterial diversity, stimulates contractions and accelerates gastric emptying. 2. Garlic (Allium sativum) The anti-bacterial and anti-microbial properties of garlic due to the presence of Sulphur compounds can keep levels of the Helicobacter pylori bacterium in check,...

Even a simple digestive problem such as bloating or constipation can make you feel uncomfortable & restless. Therefore, it is vital to have a healthy gut because it does not just play an essential role in digestive health but also in improving overall well-being.

There are around 40 trillion bacteria in your body, most of which are found in your gut. Collectively, they are known as your gut microbiome, and they’re incredibly important for overall health. Here are 5 easy tips to enhance your gut strength.

Just like a fingerprint, you have a unique composition of gut bacteria that is based on what you eat, your age and genetics, where and how you live.  Microbes living in your health significantly and even can impact your risk for some diseases, including cancer, Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. It's therefore critical to cultivate a healthy gut and the key to it...