Did you know that probiotics may have a beneficial effect on your mental health? Scientists believe there may be a link between your gut health and your brain. There has been increasing research on the connection between these two body parts and how probiotics can be a beneficial factor.   Probiotics are live microorganisms found…

Did you know that the food you eat can have an impact on your mental health? Scientists have found an association between the brain and your digestive tract; they call it the gut-brain axis. The healthy bacteria in your gut may have a therapeutic effect on feelings of depression.   You have probably seen probiotic…

If you look around your town, I bet you have noticed a growing trend of frozen yogurt shops opening left and right.  These places sing the health benefits of the icy treat, while enticing you with toppings galore.  Today, during National Frozen Yogurt Week, we celebrate the good things about frozen yogurt, and help you…

The cold crisp chill of winter is finally here and one way to ward off the flu and other colds can be found right in the isle of your supermarket.  The majority of colds come during the fall and winter season because most people stay indoors and bacteria and germs are easily transmitted from one…

While there is no known cure for irritable bowel syndrome, there are ways in which one can improve symptoms. Always talk to a doctor and registered dietitian before beginning any “diet” aimed at treating IBS. Here are a couple of tips for getting relief: Eat Smaller Meals Consuming large meals can often result in cramping…

In this Issue: National Nutrition Month 2007: Enjoy a “100% Fad Free” Lifestyle American Diabetes Alert Day: Are you at Risk? Are Probiotics Useful in Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Turn off the TV and Turn on Your Life Using the DASH Eating Plan to Treat Hypertension Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Feature Food of the Month: Mango…