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Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) are often confused due to similar symptoms like bloating and abdominal pain, but they are distinct conditions. SIBO involves excessive bacteria in the small intestine, while IBS is a functional disorder affecting bowel habits. Proper diagnosis is essential as treatment differs: SIBO requires antibiotics or antimicrobials, while IBS is managed through diet, stress relief, and medication. Consult a healthcare professional for accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment.
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We put a lot of science into Macro balancing this product. What does this even mean? Macro balancing is the process of adjusting the proportions of macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, and fats) in your diet. These are called macronutrients or "Macros" because...
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A quick history of protein powder and its progression
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Why does my IBS make me constipated? Long story made short, constipation can occur due to various reasons such as methane-producing bacteria, slow intestinal movement, and dehydration. Now for a long story made long keep reading the rest of the...
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Real facts about Canola
- Wrongly lumped into a group with "seed oils". This is like saying french fries and broccoli should have the same health calims because they are both vegetables
- Lowers total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol
- Higher concentration of Omega 3 fatty acids than olive and avocado oils
- More vitamin E than olive oil
- Half the saturated fat as olive oil
- Has an FDA approved health claim lowering the risk of heart disease
- Canola has anti-inflammatory properties and is not pro-inflammatory
- Comes from a super food family of vegetables
- Canola has not been shown to cause Alzheimer’s (this made great headlines but not true)
- Canola is not and was never banned in Europe