There are a number of factors that help your body absorb nutrients efficiently: – presence of good bacteria – the right amount of fibre – avoiding the wrong foods – nourishing with the right foods Parts of your small intestine are very easily damaged. Known irritants include fried foods, alcohol, food allergens or intolerances, by
It starts with your mouth: Yes that’s right, it all starts wit the act of chewing, and the production of saliva. Saliva has two jobs, its a lubricant and also is where the first enzyme shows up to help break down your food. The more you chew your food, the less work that the rest
Genes, you get one set from your mother, and one set of your father, They are funny things genes, they can be the reason you have your great grandmothers bright blue eyes, or you great great grandfathers jet black hair. Gene predisposition however does not guarantee that you will suffer from an issue. For example,
There is a lot of talk at the moment around gut health and the microbiome, and for good reason, recent research shows gut health to be incredibly important to a persons overall health. Did you know that the majority of your immune system is in your gut, 70% in fact? I first found this out
There are 4 main types of fats; monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, saturated and trans fats. Lets take a closer look at their pro’s, cons and their sources. The short answer is no, not all fats are bad. Monounsaturated Fats – Generally considered to be a good source of dietary fat. – Can reduce LDL cholesterol in the
