When it comes to building a healthy gut, many people automatically jump to grabbing prebiotics, probiotics or adding more dietary fiber into their diets. However, if you’re struggling with IBS you may have found that these ‘go-to’ gut strategies either have no effect, or they actually make things worse. In this blog Dr. Almir dives into the do's and don'ts of treating IBS.
Read MoreThe manifestation of autoimmunity and the occurrence of digestive dysfunction is a two way street. Having an autoimmune disease will create problems in your digestive system and having a poorly working gut can lead to autoimmunity, or make it worse.
Read MoreA quick search on ‘soy & health’ brings up so many conflicting opinions that it can be hard to know what to believe. Does soy protect you from cancer? Is it safe for men? Is it safe before menopause? Should you avoid it if you’ve already had cancer? A lot of us avoid soy altogether because of these uncertainties, but writing it off completely may mean you miss out on some wonderful benefits! So let’s look at what we really know.
Read MoreWith the holiday season upon us, it can be hard to resist all the amazing meals, baked goods, and celebrations this time of year brings. Unfortunately however, indulging all December-long can wreak havoc on your health. You might notice your skin isn’t as clear, your digestion feels off, and you’re just generally feeling sluggish. So how do we make it through the holidays feeling well without sacrificing the holiday festivities?
Read MoreIt’s no surprise that chemotherapy can wreak havoc on our digestive system. In fact, some of the most notorious side-effects of chemo are a direct result of irritation and damage to our gut! While our gut provides the physical space and movement, it is our microbiome determines how protected, active, and supported all the functions of our gut are. When we’re healthy, our microbiome is diverse and balanced, unfortunately this complex system is vulnerable to damage. Chemo drugs, although effective, can dramatically reduce the diversity of our microbiome and shift the types of bacteria present.
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