Recent findings are that those raised in rural environments are less likely to develop environmental allergies. This may be due to colonization of healthy and diverse microorganisms in our bodies preventing future allergic reactions. Let’s help our children reduce their risks: go hiking and camping frequently–or move to the country […]
Immune Health
Probiotics to Support Antibiotic Treatments
Evidence is showing that the use of probiotic-rich foods may prevent antibiotic-associated diarrhea. In addition, previous research suggests that after one round of antibiotics, it can take up to 2 years to repopulate the GI tract and that flora imbalances often persist. As a result, I typically prescribe probiotic […]
BPA in contact with Your Food
Please be aware that the movement to ban BPA in plastics that are used in food packaging was defeated. Put simply, foods that are packaged in plastic are likely exposed to BPA. BPA then leaches into the food and then to the body. BPA exposure has been implicated in reproductive […]
Good Germs
Good germs are, well . . . good! A recent article in Science reveals that mice raised in environments that included germs were healthier than those raised in sterile environments. We need exposure to germs in order to develop our immune system. The prevalent use of sanitizers is suspected in […]
