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One of their go-to’s? “Turmericis one of the most anti-inflammatory herbs in existence. We love turmeric,” they explain. Stig compares curcumin to the superstar forward, Maradona. But dont worry, there are several tricks available to enhance turmeric absorption and boost its benefits." The ingredients are designed to work synergistically together. Our second trick is to add some fat to the recipe. All of those incredible turmeric powers coupled with our old friendACVmakes this drink a no-brainer for jumpstarting your day....

How does an open relationship work? First, let’s define some terms. Consensual non-monogamy (CNM) is different from cheating. A core tenet of the practice is honesty and consent. There is no secrecy or coercion involved. CNM is an agreement made between partners to have other sexually and/or emotionally intimate partners. There are various forms this can take. How to know if an open relationship is right for you. People choose CNM for a variety of reasons....

It’s official:the ketogenic diethas gone mainstream. Here’s what I recommend: 1. When bad bacteria start to outweigh the good, it can take a serious toll on your health. Fat-soluble vitamins are super important for our health and are widely deficient in the modern Western diet. We have all heard about vitamin D deficiencies, but vitamin A doesn’t get talked about very much. This vitamin is essential for a healthy immune system with deficiency in vitamin Alinked3to autoimmune conditions....

Many women hate their period. Heavy menstrual cramping and bleeding only further support that negativity. Sadly, this occurs in 30 to 40 percent of the reproductive female population. So what’s really to blame for these symptoms? In my experience, PMS in many patients is associated withhigher estrogenand lower progesterone states. Estrogen is a proliferative hormone, meaning it causes the lining of your uterus to grow or thicken. The higher your estrogen, the thicker it gets and the more you bleed....

Hippocrates was right when he said that “all disease beings in the gut.” In fact, you do not have to have gut symptoms to have gut problems. One of my favorite gut-healing tools, which I talk about a lot, is bone broth. Reset your gut Sign up for our FREE ultimate gut health guide featuring healing recipes & tips. However, many people want a plant-based alternative to heal their gut....

I get it, thoughcontext matters. Passing gas in an elevator, on a date, or at dinner with the in-laws? Reset your gut Sign up for our FREE ultimate gut health guide featuring healing recipes & tips. The good news is that a few short-term tweaks can help. Phytonutrients found in cruciferous foods have also been shown to reduce inflammation and play a role incancer prevention. However, they can be difficult to digest and often cause gas....

As we all know, there are some dietary considerations that are very important during pregnancy. Why you, ask? Gluten and its effects on the body: We know more every single day. In 2016, she published a study on diabetic mice that typically produce diabetic offspring. Why avoiding gluten during pregnancy could become the new norm. But obviously, the important question is how do we translate this information to humans? The study involved over 63,000 pregnant women who’s gluten intake was tracked during pregnancy....

She also thinks that it’s improved her skin significantly. “The benefits that I have received from intermittent fasting go far beyond fat loss! A lot of people think it’s just another diet. Intermittent fasting benefits. So what are the other reasons to fast? It’s also famous fordecreasing inflammation, which is one of the underlying factors in almost all disease. Intermittent fasting results. Fasting is intriguingwho wouldn’t want to burn more fat, lose weight, and feel clearheaded and energized?...

What is arrowroot powder? The starch is then dried and ground into a powder. Today, the uses for arrowroot powder are much tastierand far less intense. How is arrowroot powder different from cornstarch? Arrowroot powder is often used in place of highly processed cornstarch. Does arrowroot powder have any nutritional benefits? 10 uses for arrowroot powder in gluten-free & paleo cooking. Swap it in for cornstarch or flour in savory sauces, stews, and gravies....

So, yoursmall intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)test result is back, and it’s positive. Not following a SIBO-appropriate diet and eating pattern. Reset your gut Sign up for our FREE ultimate gut health guide featuring healing recipes & tips. Avoid fiber early in the treatment. Timing your meals is also important. Not incorporating a motility agent. And when food passes slowly, it feeds bacteria and promotes their growth. That’s why you should always incorporate motility agents, especially if you have constipation....

How many times have you heard this advice about dealing with painful emotions? “Stop being so sensitive. Suck it up and move on.” Feeling leads to healing (trite but true). Avoiding emotions can hijack your health. We’ve learned how to push discomfort away, but even when we do, it always staysand grows. Astudy from the University of Texasfound that when we avoid our emotions, we’re actually making them stronger. This can create many maladies in the body and in the mind, causing a myriad of health issues....

“Dampness” is a term we use a lot intraditional Chinese medicineand acupuncture. But what is dampness, and how does it affect our bodies? So how do you know if you are affected by dampness? One of the best ways to measure this is by looking at your digestion. Chances are you may have some damp accumulation. Quite honestly, most of us do. And we have our sedentary lifestyles and poor diets to thank for that....

Bergamot is one of my favorite oils to recommend inmy functional medicine clinicfor its powerful healing abilities. Bergamot is a plant that produces an orange/lemon-like citrus fruit, also known as the bergamot orange. There are a few smaller benefits of bergamot oil. Bergamot oil helps alleviate depression. Fortunately, bergamot oil can be used to combat depression due to its uplifting and mood-boosting qualities. In2008, a study1was performed on hospice patients with terminal cancer....