The thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland in the neck, can have a dramatic impact on a huge variety of bodily functions, and if you’re a woman over 35 your odds of a thyroid disorder are high—more than 30%, by some estimates. At least 30 million Americans have a thyroid disorder and half—15 million—are silent sufferers who … Read more
The colon is another term for the large intestine, it is the lowest part of the digestive system. Inside the colon, water and salt from solid wastes are extracted before the waste moves through the rectum and exits the body through the anus. Colon cancer or colorectal cancer starts in the large intestine or in … Read more
By: Dr. Steven Masley Do You Have Leaky Gut? Your gut (intestinal tract) is a gigantic barrier between you and the outside world. Spread out flat, it is likely bigger than the house you live in. This complex membrane barrier must allow select nutrients to be absorbed, and keep toxins and nasty microbes out. A … Read more
With the holidays fast approaching, one thing that I can’t wait for and always look forward to is the food. I know, I know, being with family is what the holidays are all about. And I love that, I really do. But the holidays are also an excuse to create these wonderful dishes that are … Read more
We all know how uncomfortable bloating is, your stomach hurts, you feel like you can’t move, and your clothes just seem to fit a little too snug. Bloating is something that can be totally avoided with just a little attention to the foods you eat and knowledge about what causes bloating. Causes Of Bloating Bloating … Read more
If you’ve ever experienced stomach bloating, you know how uncomfortable it can be. Maybe it feels like there’s a balloon about to burst in your belly, or you get painful gas. Your stomach may even bulge out so much that you need to unbutton your pants just to breathe. Bloating can be caused by a … Read more