When summer ends and fall arrives, many people naturally reduce their water intake. The cooler temperatures make us feel less thirsty, and hot drinks may seem to replace water. However,…
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A food coloring found in everything from candy to canned fruit is officially on its way out. On Wednesday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced it is revoking approval…
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You might think you’re in charge of your life, but there’s a secret ruler pulling the strings from deep inside your belly—your gut microbiome. That’s right! Those trillions of tiny…
They’re everywhere—but do they actually help your child’s gut? From yogurts to powders to chewable tablets, probiotics for kids are now a $1 billion industry—and climbing. Parents are reaching for…
Think your gut has nothing to do with your aching joints or migraines? Think again. Your digestive system might be silently playing a major role in how you experience chronic…
You’re standing in front of the fridge, door wide open, scanning for something—anything—that sounds good. You’re not exactly hungry, but you’re not full either. You just feel… off. Maybe it’s…