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How Gut microbiome & immune system are interconnected?
Our immune system, gut microbiome balance & gut health are interconnected. We generally think that our gut health has a lot to do with our fight with cough & cold, however it is our immune system that strengthens our cold fighting ability. If you are struggling with recurring illness or seem to catch any bacteria…
Why is core important?
We use our core muscles all the time. Core is the centre of gravity where all of your body movements begin. Muscles of the pelvic floor, rectus abdominis, transverse abdominis multifidus, erector spinae, longissimus thoracis, together with the internal and external obliques help in strength & stability of core.However, they are not the only muscles…
Body Toning- Chest
Chest is one the most prominent muscle group that allows you to maintain overall balance. Although a lot of us may think building a large chest is just to show off our physique & is purely aesthetic, having a wide & toned chest helps us to do a variety of exercises with ease. Chest is…
Can cardio increase gut microbiome diversity?
Numerous research reports indicate that physical activity, specifically cardio, is good for our body & gut health. Today we are going to discuss the relationship between cardio & gut microbiome diversity. Microbiome is a bacterial community in our body that performs beneficial functions for us inside our body. In fact, our gut performs a variety…
Gut health & allergy
Gut health & allergies are connected. However allergies should not be misunderstood as intolerances. Both are different. Milk, nuts, soy, fish & wheat are the most prominent food items that cause food allergies & are responsible for almost 90% of reactions. These allergens cause symptoms such as sneezing, blocked nose, watery eyes, swelling, abdomen pain,…
Genetic predisposition to alcohol consumption
Does a small glass of wine make you experience face flushing or a pint of beer gives you a stuffy nose? You probably are intolerant to Alcohol. There is a difference between alcohol intolerance & alcohol allergy. It is the former that causes alcohol flush reaction. Alcohol tolerance is linked to our genetic predisposition to…
Gut-Weight connection
What strategy do you generally adopt when you want to lose weight/excess fat? Almost everyone counts calories & focuses on creating a calorie deficit irrespective of what food, how much quantity & what time they eat. We also live in a myth that we should control carb consumption which is actually not true. The amount…
Relationship between Thyroid & Gut
Thyroid & autoimmune diseases are one of most prevalent medical conditions across the globe. In fact, thyroid disease is considered an epidemic. If you are experiencing any or all of the following, probably you are suffering from thyroid: You feel tired all the time as if you do not have energy. Your metabolism fluctuates all…
BMR: The ultimate recipe for weight management
We need energy to move, grow, breakdown & absorb nutrients & carry out essential bodily processes for sustenance of our life. The total amount of energy we use for these processes daily is referred to as total energy expenditure(TEE). It is divided into the following: Resting Energy Expenditure(REE) or Basal Metabolic Rate(BMR): This refers to…
Role of Butyrate in maintaining our gut health
Butyrate is a short chain fatty acid that provides fuel for cells of our gut lining, supports the immune system of the colon wall & protects against diseases associated with the digestive tract. It is produced by your gut bacteria & improves your digestive health. Butyrate makes sure that our existence & those of microbiome…
