You’re probably thinking “how could the gut microbiome possibly interact with the liver?” The answer is primarily via the products that your gut microbes produce. Did you know your gut microbes produce substances that interact with your liver cells?

Is your vegetable wash strong enough to kill parasites? Pesticides and residue aren’t the only reasons to wash your fruit and vegetables. Studies show that up to 60% of produce contains parasites.

Is FMT or Microbiota Transplant Therapy effective for Klebsiella overgrowth and dysbiosis? Klebsiella is a microbe that can be a direct cause of certain autoimmune conditions. But, whether it can be treated with FMT depends on a few things.

For many years, the “gold standard” for diagnosing SIBO was small-bowel aspiration and quantitative culture. This involves undergoing an upper endoscopy, where a scope is inserted via the mouth down to the small intestine, and a sample is taken through a sterile catheter using a small amount of suction. The aspirate is typically taken from the jejunum, and is then cultured.

I am often asked about the impact of coffee on digestive health and the microbiome. The truth is that coffee can effect the microbiome both positively and negatively. So, here is a summary on what the research has to say and a bit about my personal experience. You should be able to weigh the benefits and make a decision in alignment with your own health and wellness.

Are you floundering when it comes to exercising with a chronic or acute illness? Do you go-go-go until you burn out for multiple days at a time? Or, maybe you burn out immediately after attempting exercise? I’ve been there and I can tell you there is a way to move your body that is supportive of your healing journey.

Is there a single healthy microbiome model we can look to? No there is not. A healthy microbiome will vary according to diet, environment, geographical location, stress levels, medical history and more. That, said we know about patterns that are characteristics to either a healthy or dysbiotic microbiome.

Who is H-Pylori? Helicobacter pylori, commonly known as H-pylori is a type of bacteria that can penetrate your body and reside in the mucosa of your stomach and duodenum. It is classified as a gram-negative microbe with a negative reputation due to its ability to cause peptic ulcer disease in your gut lining. For other people, the infection can sometimes lead to stomach cancer.

What are the microbiome myths you really need to know?