A registered dietitian with diverticulosis!

A registered dietitian with diverticulosis!

I am a registered dietitian with diverticulosis.Yes! You read that right.In my case, it started when I was a child.I was known as “La estreñida” meaning, the constipated one.Nice name, right?Moving forward to adulthood, I developed the condition and remember feeling...
What is Proteobacteria & Why Does it Matter for Gut Health?

What is Proteobacteria & Why Does it Matter for Gut Health?

Proteobacteria is a group of microbes which includes both harmless and pathogenic bacteria, but when certain types of Proteobacteria overgrow, they can wreak havoc on your digestive system. Here’s what you need to know about Proteobacteria and why keeping it in check...
3 things to soothe your GUT

3 things to soothe your GUT

Just had a flare-up? Here are 3 things to soothe your gut! 1) Aloe Vera Juice – Known for its soothing properties, aloe vera juice helps hydrate and cool the gut, making it ideal for reducing irritation and supporting a balanced pH level in the digestive tract....
3 Simple Ways to Increase Akkermansia

3 Simple Ways to Increase Akkermansia

Remember, your gut microbes have food preferences too! And if you want them to STAY in your gut, you’ll want to take that into consideration. Here are a few things you can start doing now! 1. Polyphenol-Rich Foods: Foods like berries, green tea, and dark...
Is leaky gut causing you problems?

Is leaky gut causing you problems?

A leaky gut happens when the lining of your intestines becomes more permeable, allowing toxins and undigested food particles to leak into your bloodstream causing your body to defend itself AKA inflammation! The good news is that this is curable with the right...