Gut Health and Sleep Restoration: The Key to Mending Chronic Sleep Disturbances

Gut Health and Sleep

Reading Time: 4 minutes In this article, we dive into the connection between gut health and sleep. Sleep is crucial for maintaining our physical and mental well-being, acting as the body’s natural repair and rejuvenation process while also solidifying memories and learning. Yet, in today’s fast-paced world, chronic sleep restriction (CSR) – or simply not getting enough sleep – … Read more

The Science of Long-Haul Flights and How to Stay Healthy

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Reading Time: 6 minutes Are you wondering how to stay healthy on long-haul flights? Long-haul flights can be exhausting and uncomfortable, causing a wide range of physical and mental stress on our bodies. From cramped seats to jet lag, the effects of long flights can be felt long after we arrive at our destination. Athletes are particularly susceptible to … Read more

The Influence of Nutrition and Probiotics on Mental Health

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Reading Time: 4 minutes Conversations around mental health have become commonplace in recent years, but many people still overlook the connection between the microbiome and mood regulation. According to the World Health Organization, 1 in 8 people globally suffer from some form of mental disorder, with anxiety and depression at the top of the list. This article will dive … Read more

The Potential Negative Effects of Artificial Sweeteners on Gut Health

The Potential Negative Effects of Artificial Sweeteners on Gut Health

Reading Time: 6 minutes Artificial sweeteners have become popular in the food and beverage industry, commonly found in everyday “health” products like recovery drinks and protein bars. Despite being recognized as safe by the FDA, a growing body of research suggests that these sugar substitutes may not be as harmless as we once thought, especially when it comes to … Read more

Microbes and Muscles: The Science behind the Gut-Muscle Connection

Reading Time: 7 minutes The human gut is home to trillions of microorganisms that make up the gut microbiota. Recent research has shown that these tiny microbes can have a profound impact on our overall health and well-being, including the health and function of our skeletal muscles. This article will dive into the gut-muscle connection.  The gut-muscle axis, which … Read more

Microbiota in Sports: Effects of Physical Activity, Probiotics and Diet

Reading Time: 6 minutes In this article, we will explore the importance of microbiota in sports. The human body is host to trillions of microorganisms, collectively known as the microbiota, which plays a crucial role in maintaining human health. Recent research has focused on the interplay between microbiota, physical activity, and diet, with particular attention paid to the effects … Read more

The Impact of Oxygenation on Endurance Athletes

Reading Time: 5 minutes Oxygen, and oxygenation, plays a key role in our daily lives, although the relationship between oxygen and the microbiome is often misunderstood. When it comes to athletic performance, how much oxygen the gut uses has a direct impact on how much oxygen is available for the rest of the body.  Vo2 Max and lactate threshold … Read more

The Gut-Brain Axis: The Impact of Gut Microbiota on Cognitive Performance

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Reading Time: 5 minutes Many people refer to the gut as a second brain, a term that becomes much more impactful when you learn about the gut-brain axis. Your microbiome is home to trillions of microbes that assist digestion, enter the bloodstream and communicate with the brain. This communication occurs through the gut-brain axis, which plays an important role … Read more

How to Decipher a Probiotic Label

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Reading Time: 4 minutes There are hundreds of supplements available today that are marketed as a probiotic. However, many ‘probiotics’ lack the transparency, scientific data, and credentials to qualify as efficacious supplements. Most supplements are categorized under the Human Foods division of the FDA, which means many probiotics are unregulated.  As a result, it’s imperative for consumers to understand … Read more

The Connection Between a Balanced Gut and COVID-19

Reading Time: 6 minutes The rise of the COVID-19 pandemic ignited a common fear in the hearts of many; the idea that their health was out of their hands. This positioned people across the globe in a state of chronic stress and panic, which are red flags for strengthening the resiliency of your body’s systems. The importance of balanced … Read more