Stomach pains, digestive problems, and headaches are just a few symptoms of what most people would characterize as gluten intolerance. But, did you know that your skin, or even your hair, could be trying to tell you something about a possible food allergy, as well? You got it—shampoo, hairspray, mousse, eye shadow, mascara, and blush all could contain some form of gluten, … [Read more...]
Create Younger Skin by Avoiding These Foods
Certain foods can sap moisture and steal much needed nutrients, damaging skin and make you look much older. Here are some foods to avoid for a better-looking future. Greasy fried foods are often filled with trans fats and saturated fats, that can lean to inflammation, says Kristin Hoppe, a nutrition consultant and natural chef in San Francisco. Hoppe recommends swapping bad … [Read more...]
What parents should know if their autistic child suffers from constipation and irritability
About 1 in 59 children in the U.S. has been identified1 with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Most of these children also have chronic digestive issues2 – including constipation and leaky gut – because their good gut bacteria (probiotics) are out of balance. Frustratingly, these gut disorders often contribute to a child’s irritability. Scientists are now finding that a simple … [Read more...]
How to Identify Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional bowel disorder and one of the most commonly diagnosed gastrointestinal diseases. It is estimated to occur in 10%-20% of the western world’s population, according to the Rome Foundation. Those who suffer from IBS face many recurrent symptoms. It has no biological markers available for its diagnosis and approximately 80% of IBS … [Read more...]
Adapting a Gluten Free Diet
Introducing such an extreme diet cold turkey is more than difficult. But when it comes to the health of your body, change is a must. While the transition is hard, there are still many natural products, along with the ever-growing gluten-free market, that will make the switch easier than one would think. Don’t be fooled; if you jump off your diet and eat gluten, you may not … [Read more...]