Report: Metabolism and Gut Health Linked to Healthy Weight Maintenance
Reviews link the gut microbiome with metabolism and weight-related health, while a nine-month vitamin D3 trial studied women with confirmed deficiency.
Resistant Starch: Could Cooling Rice, Potatoes and Pasta Improve Gut Health?
Cooling cooked rice, potatoes and pasta can increase resistant starch, but the amount depends on the food and method. Here is what human studies show.
Studies Link Coffee Drinking to Changes in Gut, Metabolism, Liver and Brain
Published research links regular coffee drinking to measurable changes in the gut microbiome, plus lower risks for Type 2 diabetes, liver disease, and
How Ultra-Processed Foods May Be Fueling a Crohn’s Disease Epidemic
A major review links high ultra-processed food intake to a significantly higher risk of Crohn’s disease, with additives suspected of damaging the gut lining.
Mugwort May Support Digestion and Skin Health: What the Research Actually Shows
A look at what research and traditional use say about mugwort for digestion, skin health, menstrual support, and the safety risks to know before trying it.
Blueberries Linked to Gut, Brain, and Heart Health Benefits, According to Recent Reviews
Recent reviews and a large meta-analysis link regular blueberry consumption to better gut health, brain function, and cardiovascular markers.
Fermented Foods Linked to Better Heart and Metabolic Markers in New Study
A new study links regular consumption of live-microbe foods like yogurt and kimchi to higher HDL cholesterol and better blood sugar control.
Prebiotics vs. Probiotics: Which Supplements Are Right for You?
Prebiotics feed the beneficial bacteria already in your gut, while probiotics introduce live ones. Learn the key differences, evidence, and when each supplement makes sense.
