The 411 on Probiotics
January 6, 2011
By Tracy Piper
Probiotics – sometimes called “good bacteria” – help to keep a healthy balance of beneficial bacteria in your digestive tract. There are many strains that come together to allow this, but the two most prevalent are Lactobacillus, which make up the majority of the probiotics living in the small intestines, and Bifidobacterium, which is more prevalent in the large intestines (colon). They help to maintain healthy colon cells as well as promote bowel regularity. Recently,… Read More >
You Cannot Live Without Bacteria!
May 27, 2010
By Guest Blogger
As you might already know, digestion (and good healthy poops!) is one of my favorite topics. “Probiotics” are all the rage these days but with so many to choose from what’s a crazy sexy gal or dude to do? I’ve found that Dr. Ohirra’s blend gives me perky and productive bowels. I’ve ask Martie (an expert at Ohirra headquarters) to share the nuts and bolts of bacteria in our bellies and explain why bacteria help… Read More >
The Beast that is Yeast
September 16, 2009
By Guest Blogger
Ricki Heller, PhD, RHN About a year ago, I’d been following a healthy whole-foods diet and was feeling pretty pleased with myself. The holidays were upon us and I thought, “What could it hurt to have just one ‘regular’ dessert?” Of course, one led to two, which led to sweets on a daily (sometimes hourly) basis. You know the story about the frog in boiling water? Supposedly, a frog placed in cool water which is… Read More >
Fermented Veggies – Oh Me, Oh My!
June 2, 2009
By Kristen Suzanne
Fermented veggies (Raw, Organic, and Unpasteurized) are a staple in my diet. They fill my body with delicious nutrition, and I can’t image my life without them. Fermented veggies include things like sauerkraut (kraut is the southern German word for cabbage) and kimchi (a korean dish of fermented veggies and spices). They are amazing for your health. AMAZING! These foods are extremely popular, and they’ve been staples in people’s diets all over the world for… Read More >
