Adjusting to life with type 1 diabetes — an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system attacks and destroys the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas — comes with its own lessons and trials. In some cases, people with type 1 diabetes may be diagnosed with a second autoimmune disease, such as celiac. For those with type 1 diabetes, the chances of developing celiac disease … [Read more...]
What Is Dairy Allergy?
Dairy allergy is the most common food allergy in young kids, affecting about 2%–3% of those younger than 3 years old. Many kids outgrow it, but some are allergic for a lifetime. It is identified as an abnormal response by the body's immune system to milk and products containing milk.. Cow's milk is the usual cause of dairy allergy, but milk from sheep, goats and other mammals … [Read more...]
Surprising Causes of Leaky Gut
The expression "leaky gut" is getting a lot of attention in medical blogs and social media lately, but don’t be surprised if your doctor does not recognize this term. Leaky gut, also called increased intestinal permeability, is somewhat new and most of the research occurs in basic sciences. What exactly is leaky gut? Inside our bellies, we have an extensive intestinal lining … [Read more...]
More Individuals Finally Investing In Healthy Food
Prioritizing one’s health and wellbeing is definitely a work in progress that, for some individuals, is more easily navigated and maintains than it is for others. Even so, it is arguably the most worthwhile pursuit that there are is and for this reason and so many others there is an incredible amount of attention to detail and overall emphasis that is focused not only on how … [Read more...]
What you need to know about gut health.
The growing interest in gut health is not merely hype. There is mounting scientific evidence that underscores the crucial influence of gut microbiome on obesity, inflammation and other health challenges. If there are five important things people should know about gut health what will that be? From now on, you are no longer you but you and your microbiome. Always keep … [Read more...]