In the last post we explored the curious and complex world of digestion. Having completed that primer, we can discuss some common conditions that compromise gut function. Specific to the small intestine are two very insidious pathologies that can develop over the course of years but seemingly manifest with symptoms overnight. These conditions are dysbiosis […]
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Estrogen Dominance
Estrogen dominance is an imbalance between the hormones estradiol and progesterone that correlate with a number of health challenges in both men and women. Because these hormones play such a pivotal role in women’s health, estrogen dominance is closely associated with symptoms of premenstrual syndrome and menopause. Estimates vary, though a healthy cycling woman […]
Home Remedy: Gut Remodeling
“All disease begins in the gut.” These famous words spoken by Hippocrates, the father of Western medicine, are more important than ever for us to observe. Gut integrity and the health of the microbiome determine how our internal world is influenced by the external world. The gut processes food and drink into the building blocks […]
Constipation Cures: Effective Remedies from Nature’s Pharmacy
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.48″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.19.6″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”18px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] Constipation can be a frustrating condition. There are many reasons for getting backed up, and it can take some detective work to discover the underlying cause. It is worth the time and effort to investigate the root of […]