Did you know that there are billions of bacteria hard at work in your digestive system? Without them, you wouldn’t be able to break down or absorb nutrients from your food. You also wouldn’t have a working immune system. Scientists call these helpful microorganisms “probiotics.” These “good bugs” perform many useful functions, such as modulating […]
Tag: gut bacteria
New Probiotic Therapies Could Be Specifically Targeted to Fight Diseases
We all know that antibiotics can severely limit our immunity. Over-prescription of antibiotics has caused widespread discussion and fear about antibiotic-resistant superbugs. A new study has analyzed exactly how our internal microbiome might interact with bacterial invaders to expand the understanding of what is necessary to fight them off. Research has found that the right balance […]
Garlic and 8 Other Foods That Fight Allergies Naturally
With autumn thoroughly underway, allergies become a problem for many of us. If you find yourself sniffling, carrying around tissues, and rubbing your eyes, don’t despair — read on to discover powerful foods to fight those seasonal allergies! Even if you are someone who deals with allergies in the spring or summer, working on a […]



