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Gut Health
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Probiotics May Hold the Key to Achieving a Healthy Gut
New International Microbiota Observatory survey shows a general lack in society’s gut health understanding but highlights expert support for the use of probiotics. The gut may not be the first thing that comes to mind when we’re feeling anxious or uncomfortable, but prioritizing gastrointestinal health can be the most efficient way to tackle some of...
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Fermented Foods vs Probiotics: What’s the Difference?
Fermented foods and probiotics are two areas that are very popular in the field of gut health promotion. People often think fermented foods and probiotics are the same – but they differ in many important ways! Let’s break it down. Only a few fermented foods meet the accepted definition of probiotics. This is because although some...
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Digesting the Facts with Andy De Santis, Registered Dietitian
Mediaplanet sat down with Andy De Santis a Registered Dietitian to shed light on optimizing gut health and managing digestion conditions.
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Supporting Gut Health and Wellness through Holistic Nutrition
Understanding the holistic connection between mind, body and spirit can help Canadians live with true vitality.
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Canadians Can Get Effective Relief from Frequent Heartburn
Acid reflux can take away the joys of everyday life for many Canadians, underscoring the need to adopt healthy lifestyle habits and find the right medication.
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Genestra Brands® Probiotics Promote and Restore a Healthy Gut
Following a balanced diet, drinking plenty of water, managing stress, and exercising can support gut health. However, probiotics are another important supplement if you’re looking to optimize your gut microbiome to preserve your overall health.
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Gutsy Walk in Support of Crohn’s and Colitis Canada
Learn how Crohn’s and Colitis Canada is advancing the understanding and support for people with inflammatory bowel disease.
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Larry Nance Jr.’s Fight with Crohn’s
When Larry Nance Jr. was 16 years old, he learned why he felt so unwell when he was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease. Nance has since battled through the disease, followed in his father’s footsteps to play in the NBA for the Cleveland Cavaliers, and has become an advocate for Crohn’s and colitis along the way....
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The Brain-Gut Connection
Did you know your mind and gut are connected? Having “butterflies” in your stomach when you are nervous or having an upset stomach when you are stressed is proof that our brain and gut are talking to each other. But How? Your digestive tract comprises 100 million mesh-like body neurons, the network of nerve cells...
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Probiotics Are like Medicine
Would you expect a birth control pill to relieve the pain if you had a headache? Of course, you wouldn’t. But unfortunately, too many people do not use similar logic when selecting probiotics. How often have you heard people say they are taking a probiotic but don’t know which one or why? Probiotics are like...