Three ways to self-assess your lung health
There are a variety of factors that can have an impact on lung health. Air pollution, smoking, and aging are just some elements that can greatly influence respiratory functions, which is why it is ...
Do probiotics survive in your stomach?
A common topic of debate in the probiotic community is the actual survival rate of the bacteria in over-the-counter supplement products. If you are reading this, you may have concerns about how eff...
Want a natural and effective antioxidant? It's right under your nose
If you are interested in wellness, you’re probably familiar with the power of antioxidants, maybe through supplementation or trying diets rich in them. Mopping up excess free radicals is, after all...
Gifts for the gut (aka, microbiome-friendly treats)
The pressure is on to check off everyone on your holiday gift list, and from hostess gifts to stocking stuffers, festive foods and beverages tend to be safe bets. For the more health-conscious love...
3 ways your breath can help you cultivate gratitude today
For some, the holiday season is an easy time to be grateful. For others, current life circumstances can make it challenging to get into the holiday spirit. In either case, science tells us that cul...
Breathing blue: why being in or near water is good for your breath
“We are beginning to learn that our brains are hardwired to react positively to water and that being near it can calm and connect us, increase innovation and insight, and even heal what’s broken.”...
Swimming and lung health: is chlorine bad for your lungs?
Summer has officially begun! Although, depending on where you live, it’s likely felt like summer for a while now. The heat takes on such different qualities - here in the Midwest, it’s humid, where...
Breath and mind: hrv, amygdala, and how to improve your mental state
Your breath and mental state can feel intertwined at times. A slow deep breath can leave you calm, while a rapid shallow breath can leave you anxious. Intuitively, this makes sense. But is there a ...
The best probiotics for lungs: how can probiotics help your lungs function better?
Generally speaking, all probiotics perform through the same mechanism. Probiotics contain live bacteria that interact with both your human cells and the resident microbes in your microbiome to prod...
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