A Story That Hits Home Sometimes it takes a scare to wake us up to just how important gut health really is. Take this: we heard from a young guy who thought he was dealing with something serious. He was in so much pain he headed to urgent care, bracing himself for the worst. Turns…
If you’ve ever felt burning in your chest after eating, or had a sour taste creep up your throat, you might be dealing with something called GERD. That stands for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease. It’s a long name for something that a lot of people struggle with, and it can make eating and living comfortably a…
If you haven’t heard of Aronia berries yet, you’re not alone—but that’s about to change. These small, dark, tart berries, often called chokeberries, are nature’s hidden gem. Native to North America, they’ve been quietly thriving in the wild for centuries, overlooked by many in their homeland while Eastern Europe caught on to their incredible health…
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can feel like a mystery. One day your gut feels fine, the next you’re bloated, cramping, or running to the bathroom. While IBS affects people differently, certain triggers come up again and again—and many can be managed by changing how and what you eat. 7 Common IBS Triggers, How Food Can…
Here are the 9 sneaky causes of bloating: 1. Eating Too Fast Eating too quickly introduces air into the digestive tract, where it can get trapped and cause uncomfortable pressure. Chewing thoroughly and pacing your meals helps reduce this effect. 2. Processed or Packaged Foods These often contain excess sodium, preservatives, and emulsifiers that can…
