July 31, 2017 |
Oatmeal, the superhero of all breakfasts?By Dr. Lisa Metzgar, PhD: One of the most common questions I get from my clients is “what can I eat for breakfast besides eggs?” Everyone is on the high protein kick these days and carbs have gotten a bad rap, even healthy carbs. The fact is that some carbs... Read More |
June 22, 2017 |
5 Tasty Dips and Dressings that Boost Your Gut HealthAdding healthy dips and dressings are a great and tasty way to help benefit your gut bacteria. I find it is much easier to eat healthy when you have great recipes. Here are some easy recipes to help improve gut health and make your meals more interesting. Yogurt is a... Read More |
April 5, 2017 |
10 Shocking Facts About Your Gut MicrobiomeBy Dr. Lisa Metzgar: You are more bacteria than human. Our bodies contain over 100 trillion bacteria. We have 10 times more bacteria than human cells and they play a significant role in our health and longevity. You get your first dose of bacteria when you travel down the birth... Read More |
January 24, 2017 |
5 Exciting Gut Revelations for a Healthier MicrobiomeBy Dr. Lisa Metzgar, PhD: I have loved being in the nutrition and wellness industry because there is always something new to learn. Research shows us everyday new findings about our health and well being, yet it amazes me that there are so many unhealthy people in this world and... Read More |
December 23, 2016 |
Holiday Recipes for a Happy, Healthy GutDr. Lisa Metzgar, PhD: The holidays tend to be a time focused on eating. In my house we all tend to cram into the kitchen to nosh on whatever tasty treats our guests have contributed to the affair. Our holiday traditions always involve celebrating over food. With all the holiday... Read More |
December 1, 2016 |
How bacteria can help you sleep betterBy Dr. Lisa Metzgar, PhD: As I get older, I find that sleep eludes me more and more. I will wake up in the middle of the night and lie there for sometimes hours before I fall back asleep right before the alarm goes off. This leads me to be... Read More |
October 24, 2016 |
Why You Should Sneak Broccoli into Your Child’s DietBy Dr Lisa Metzgar, PhD: How many of you were told to eat your broccoli as a child? When my teenage daughter was in kindergarten, she did a Mother’s day project where they answered questions about some of their favorite things to do with mom. One of the questions was,... Read More |
September 6, 2016 |
Beware of No Calorie SweetenersDr. Lisa Metzgar, PhD: Let’s face it…we all like sweet sugary treats. Throughout our lives we have always treated ourselves with something sweet as a reward or to comfort. There is a reason we have a tendency to be addicted to sweets. Our physiology is designed to be drawn to... Read More |
August 15, 2016 |
4 “Berry” Gut-Healthy Recipes to Boost Your HealthBy Dr. Lisa Metzgar, PhD: Summer is one of my favorite seasons. Not just for the fun in the sun but also for the summertime fruits that bring back memories of picnics on the beach and running through sprinklers on a hot day. Some of my favorite fruits are berries,... Read More |
June 29, 2016 |
What the heck is a FODMAP?By Dr. Lisa Metzgar, PhD: Many people suffer from gut imbalances that can affect their day to day living and their underlying overall health. Symptoms like gas, bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and constipation can range from mild to seriously debilitating Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Carbohydrates and imbalanced gut bacteria are... Read More |
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