Your gut is a bustling rainforest teeming with life—except this isn't an Amazon jungle! About 100 trillion bacteria reside in the gut, forming the gut microbiome, and producing numerous health effects. Just like various species shape a rainforest, microscopic microbial species form a complex network in your gut, impacting your health in ways you might not...
During my recent book launch in Jaipur for ‘Small Wins Every Day — a national bestseller,’ I had the privilege of staying at the Taj Rambagh Palace and indulging in a traditional Rajasthani thali for lunch - packed with pure ghee, animal and vegetarian protein, creating a delicious feast. Surprisingly, despite consuming a significant amount...
Fermented foods are a nutritional powerhouse, offering a wide range of health benefits. From supporting digestion and boosting immunity to improving skin health and aiding in weight management, these foods owe their benefits largely to probiotics—beneficial bacteria that are produced during the fermentation process. Here’s a closer look at why fermented foods deserve a...
His body was affected more than 95% with psoriasis. Despite steroids and topical applications, nothing seemed to have worked. The doctors had put their hands up. The verdict was out. "This is the end of your treatment. You will have to deal with this condition for the rest of your life." Until he came to us in January 2023. ...
There's an abundance of information about how you can build a healthy gut. You hear about prebiotics, probiotics, fasting, eliminating gluten and dairy if it doesn't suit you, and looking into food allergens and intolerances. Yes, these are indeed important. But when we get into complications, most of us often miss out on the...
Are you finding it difficult to poop? It may feel like a mere inconvenience, but most people do not realize it can be dangerous and should not be taken lightly. Yes, constipation may be embarrassing to discuss or may not make for the most enticing cocktail party conversation. But if you are struggling with...
Every human being is born with certain powers. Yet, most of us don't even use these today. One such incredible intelligence within you is your ability to stimulate the vagus nerve. What is the vagus nerve? Vagus means wanderer in Latin, which describes how this nerve wanders over your body and reaches various organs. The vagus nerve...
Are you keeping your gut happy? Photo Credits: Freepik “What should I do for a happy gut?” This is one of the most googled health questions in 2022. So many of us constantly look for superfoods, cleanses, prebiotics, probiotics, and supplements to take care of our gut. While it is important to identify the food items...
“How do I build good gut health?” This is one of the most googled health questions in 2022. So many of us constantly look for superfoods, cleanses, prebiotics, probiotics, and supplements to take care of our gut. But while these may have their place, many of us forget the basics. Did you know that your body...
We often get asked why we speak about gut health all the time. Because your gut is the epicenter of good health. It influences neurotransmitter production, digestion, and metabolism and contributes to energy homeostasis (energy inflow and outflow), too. Most metabolic, autoimmune, and cognitive diseases start with gastrointestinal disturbances or imbalances because 70 to 80%...
We often speak to you about how every aspect of your health revolves around your gut. Your gut health is not limited to cases of constipation, irritated bowel syndrome (IBS), acidity, or bloating. When you have a health or lifestyle condition that affects your heart, liver, lungs, brain, blood, hair, or skin - it...
How many of you have heard about celiac disease? Did you know it affects 1 percent of people around the world? Before you think gluten intolerance and celiac disease are interchangeable, we are going to bust this myth right here. There is a difference. While celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder, gluten intolerance is...
