The Times They Are A-Changin’ With Probiotics
by ISAPP @ International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP)
Fri Dec 15 08:41:59 PST 2017
December 15, 2017. By Prof. Daniel Merenstein, MD, Department of Family Medicine, Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington DC. I had a surprising encounter a few weeks ago in the clinic. I was caught off guard, had to take a step back and think about what...
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Side effects of probiotics – are probiotics safe?
by Andre Sommer, MD @ Cara Biotics
Wed Aug 02 04:33:25 PDT 2017
There is a new big trend in dietary supplements: probiotics. Stoked by more and more people paying attention to their health, you see many new products entering the market. Big brands and newcomers already offer probiotic supplements targeted at specific age groups. However, there is another intriguing development recently – customized probiotics and supplements targeting individual diseases and symptoms. Therefore it is no surprise that researchers are eager to assess the efficacy of probiotic strains, while consumers are interested in the potential preventive and therapeutic health benefits. Although probiotics are being hyped recently, you should also be aware of potential side effects.
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Chinese Herbal Formulas May Prevent Diabetes
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Fri Oct 30 19:22:23 PDT 2009
Adding herbs to lifestyle changes doubles the likelihood of lowering blood sugar in people with metabolic syndrome and according to the study will prevent progress to Type 2 diabetes unlike lifestyle changes alone. Three proprietary Chinese formulas included Jiangtang Bushen, Xiaoke huaya and Tang Kang yin. The ingredients were not specified but when I searched … Continue reading Chinese Herbal Formulas May Prevent Diabetes
Prebiotics – What makes them different from Probiotics? - Cara Biotics
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Healthy Traveling Tips
by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics
Tue Mar 10 20:07:02 PDT 2015
How to Stay Healthy While Traveling Why travel if you’re not going to eat all the food? The world is sometimes literally your oyster, and one that your stomach isn’t familiar with how to digest. Other times, it can be a matter of someone using the local tap water to rinse your veggies. Whoever is...
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ISAPP BOARD MEMBERS TO PARTICIPATE IN PEDIATRIC PROBIOTIC CONFERENCE IN ITALY
by ISAPP @ International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP)
Wed Feb 07 15:29:04 PST 2018
ISAPP Board Members, Professors Michael Cabana MD MPH and Seppo Salminen PhD, will be participating in the 4th Annual Prebiotics and Probiotics in Pediatrics conference in Bari, Italy April 12-14, 2018. Prof. Cabana will be chairing a panel on colic and will discuss findings from a meta-analysis of L. reuteri as an intervention for colic. This meta-analysis,...
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Probiotic yogurt benefits vary, study finds
CBC News
Canadian consumers daunted by shelves of yogurt in a wide array of styles at the grocery store should keep in mind not all probiotic products are created equal.
Slip and Falls
by Dr. Giuseppe Caruana @ Full Function Rehabilitation & Wellness | Chiropractor Physiotherapy Nutrition Sports Injury Woodbridge Vaughan
Thu Dec 21 12:27:36 PST 2017
November is Fall Prevention Month at our clinic and as we all get older, certain health conditions and physical changes that occur make falling more likely. But there are things you can do to prevent falls from happening and prevent injury. There are many different ways in which you can avoid falls from occurring. Having…
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People Use Herbalism Because It Works Better
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Sat Dec 05 17:27:03 PST 2009
A recent study in Great Britain queried people as to why they went to medical herbalists, a category of herbalists who have training much like Registered Herbalists of the American Herbalists Guild, people with the NCCAOM Oriental Medicine Diplomate designation or other trained herbalists. Most of the patients had not initially sought out herbalists, but … Continue reading People Use Herbalism Because It Works Better
Top 7 Winter Sports Injuries
by Dr. Giuseppe Caruana @ Full Function Rehabilitation & Wellness | Chiropractor Physiotherapy Nutrition Sports Injury Woodbridge Vaughan
Wed Oct 18 09:21:13 PDT 2017
There are many sports that are available to play during the winter months. Some sports use the snow and others ice. The temperature is also lower so we need to use preventative measures to protect against the elements. However, sometimes we get injured. The injuries sustained during winter sports are most often more severe than…
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Probiotics For Diarrhea
by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics
Tue Sep 02 11:52:58 PDT 2014
Probiotics to save you from the discomfort and embarrassment of diarrhea Diarrhea is an extremely common illness, and everyone usually gets it about once a year. Diarrhea can be caused by many different things, the main one being intestinal imbalance. When the bacteria inside your intestines that digest your food are unbalanced, meaning...
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Probiotics in the new millennium | Request PDF
ResearchGate
Request (PDF) | Probiotics in the ne... | Beneficial effects on human health by specific probiotic microorganisms such as prevention of gastrointestinal tract infections, immune stimulation, and balancing of the intestinal microflora have been established in numerous clinical trials. The successful probiotic strains, which are mainly member...
Probiotics for Healthy Skin
by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics
Mon Jan 19 10:40:02 PST 2015
Get a clear complexion with probiotics! Eczema is an inflammatory skin disorder, it appears by forming blisters of crust like chunks or patch-like scaly rashes that itch. Thickened and dry or red skin, scaling, and blisters are among the common symptoms. There is no cure yet, but luckily, symptoms come and go. Probiotics can help reduce...
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ISAPP works to have evidence-based usage of probiotics to prevent antibiotic-associated diarrheoa implemented in UK
by ISAPP @ International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP)
Fri Jan 12 05:00:05 PST 2018
January 12, 2018. Antibiotics are amongst the most commonly prescribed drugs in UK hospitals. However, as well as treating infection they can cause disruption to the gastrointestinal microbiota. This can lead to the relatively common side-effect of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea (AAD) which often delays discharge. More...
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Hypertension “Epidemic” caused by Wrong Blood Pressure Cuff Size?
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Fri Sep 04 23:02:23 PDT 2009
As a heavy person, I often find that places which measure blood pressure do not use the proper cuff size. Using too small a cuff will show hypertension, where none exists. Given the obesity epidemic, this can be a serious problem. Many overweight people have hypotension, which may interfere with their exercise, it is important … Continue reading Hypertension “Epidemic” caused by Wrong Blood Pressure Cuff Size?
Our New e-Store Is Live!
by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics
Tue Nov 11 14:15:34 PST 2014
A Brand New Version Of Our e-Store Has Just Launched! Tell Us What You Think! We are very pleased to announce that our new e-Store is live and ready for the world to surf. We have completely redesigned the layout with simplicity, ease of use, security and accessibility in mind. We hope you...
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ISAPP RELEASES NEW INFOGRAPHIC: “PROBIOTICS: DISPELLING MYTHS”
by ISAPP @ International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP)
Sun Jan 21 16:56:17 PST 2018
How often do you hear information about probiotics that is just plain wrong? Too often write-ups on probiotics in blogs, websites, articles written by the lay press, and even sometimes in scientific journals is not true to the science. The latest ISAPP infographic corrects several common misconceptions...
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Cardiovascular Health and Chiropractic
by Dr. Giuseppe Caruana @ Full Function Rehabilitation & Wellness | Chiropractor Physiotherapy Nutrition Sports Injury Woodbridge Vaughan
Fri Feb 09 10:19:53 PST 2018
February is Heart Month and the emphasis is put on the importance of cardiovascular health and ways we can reduce our risk of cardiovascular disease. Heart disease affects approximately 2.4 million Canadian adults and is the second leading cause of death in Canada. Certain lifestyle choices can affect our cardiovascular health. By making better…
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Cardiac Rehabilitation
by Dr. Giuseppe Caruana @ Full Function Rehabilitation & Wellness | Chiropractor Physiotherapy Nutrition Sports Injury Woodbridge Vaughan
Fri Feb 09 10:31:25 PST 2018
Do you have a history of heart attack, heart surgery, valve surgery, angioplasty, arrhythmia, angina or other heart conditions? A previous cardiovascular incident puts you at risk for future problems and even an early death. Cardiac rehabilitation can improve your quality of life and reduce mortality risk by 50%. Even if you have heart diseases…
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Beat The Flu With Probiotics
by Dr. Hoberman @ Endomune
Mon Feb 05 08:38:00 PST 2018
If you and your family have stayed healthy throughout this latest flu season – one that many experts say may be one of the worst ever — consider yourselves lucky. The huge majority of this year’s flu cases in America […]
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The Herbal Treatment of Pain
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Fri Jun 04 12:58:27 PDT 2010
Pain is a huge topic and the roots of pain must be treated as well as the immediate pain. A review of many herbs and a few supplements used for treating pain. by Karen Vaughan
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Delicious Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Probiotic, Pain-relieving Dessert
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Tue Dec 13 12:19:33 PST 2011
I put together a dessert using pureed pumpkin or butternut squash, spiced up in a way that moves the blood and is actually good for you. It is brim full of antioxidants and flavonoids. Plus it is delicious. You can switch a good yellow squash for the pumpkin and canned puree works well, but make … Continue reading Delicious Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Probiotic, Pain-relieving Dessert
Probiotics could lower the risk of pregnancy complications
Global News
A new study has shown probiotics could be more beneficial to pregnant women that previously thought.
Natural Remedies for Indigestion
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Thu Dec 03 22:45:56 PST 2009
This is the season of holiday meals and parties, when indigestion raises its ugly head. There are a variety of causes and patterns, so not everyone will fit the same remedies. If you tend to feel excessive heat in your stomach and upward rising energy, go with cooling herbs like peppermint, gentian and artichoke leaf. … Continue reading Natural Remedies for Indigestion
Non Pharmaceutical Ways to Deal With Pain
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Wed Dec 16 23:48:43 PST 2009
Pain can be caused by physical or emotional blockages to the free flow of blood and energy. Gate theory says that a little pain can block out larger amounts of pain. July 26th 2006 – Copyright by Karen S. Vaughan. There are different nonpharmaceutical ways to deal with the pain. According to gate theory, a … Continue reading Non Pharmaceutical Ways to Deal With Pain
Do dietary effects on gut microbiota promote health in older individuals? Reid and colleagues gain insights into microbiota composition across the lifespan
by ISAPP @ International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP)
Mon Jan 22 05:00:12 PST 2018
January 22, 2018. By Dr. Gregor Reid ISAPP Board of Directors member Dr. Gregor Reid recently co-authored a cross-sectional study in a cohort of over 1000 very healthy Chinese participants from 3 to over 100 years of age in order to gain insights on ‘healthy’...
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Probiotic Yogurts: Effective or Not?
by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics
Tue Sep 23 09:43:51 PDT 2014
Most yogurts that are sold in supermarkets today are pasteurized, meaning all the live bacteria originally inside were killed through this process. Yogurts that contain probiotics have these probiotics added to them after pasteurization. Make sure these yogurts always say they contain “live and active cultures”, as probiotics are not efficient when dead. Also,...
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How much probiotics should I take?
by @ Custom Probiotics Canada: Latest News
Sat Jan 10 11:00:00 PST 2015
It depends. Everyones microflora is unique like a fingerprint. You have to try and see for yourself. We have clients that take 40 billion CFU a day, all the way up to a trillion!
If you have a flora imbalance, start off slow and work your way up to an amount you are comfortable with. If your completely healthy, we recommend taking at least 60 billion CFU a day.
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Global FoodOmics: A Crowd-Sourced Window Into Microbes In Our Foods
by ISAPP @ International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP)
Thu Jan 25 05:00:30 PST 2018
January 25, 2018. By Mary Ellen Sanders, PhD , Dairy & Food Culture Technologies Among the factors under our control, diet may be the most important determinant of our gut microbiota. Observations from the American Gut Project suggest that foods containing live microbes increase fecal bacterial diversity, which is generally...
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Breastfed Babies With Colic Need Probiotics Too
by Dr. Hoberman @ Endomune
Mon Feb 05 08:45:01 PST 2018
There’s little doubt, colic is one of the most frustrating and upsetting problems Moms face with their newborns. Although colic is a short-term problem that typically goes away by month 4 of an infant’s life, this knowledge provides little comfort […]
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Exercise and Manual Therapy: A More Conservative Approach to Headache Management
by Dr. Giuseppe Caruana @ Full Function Rehabilitation & Wellness | Chiropractor Physiotherapy Nutrition Sports Injury Woodbridge Vaughan
Thu Dec 21 12:32:18 PST 2017
Headaches are one of the most common health issues affecting 50% of the general population during any given year. Headaches are classified in a variety of ways, one of which is based on their cause and can be divided into primary versus secondary headaches. Primary headaches are those that are not caused by any underlying…
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USANA Probiotic is the best supplement for your gut flora
Where to buy the best USANA supplements in Canada
USANA Probiotic is a dairy and sugar-free supplement that promotes a balance of beneficial microflora in the gut, immune and digestive health.
Probiotics: The New Treatment for Peanut Allergies
by Dr. Hoberman @ Endomune
Mon Nov 20 08:25:55 PST 2017
Allergies to peanuts have become such a big problem for adults and kids — from diarrhea and hives to shortness of breath and life-threatening anaphylaxis — many people avoid them altogether. Despite federal regulations that ensure packaged foods list the […]
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Benefits of probiotics – which beneficial effects can I expect?
by Andre Sommer, MD @ Cara Biotics
Mon Aug 07 09:47:42 PDT 2017
You can expect to experience a range of beneficial effects on your health by taking probiotics in the form of yogurts, kombucha, capsules or as a powder. The desired effects include improved intestinal health, weight loss, a strengthened immune system, healthy skin and a healthy mind. Probiotics do not have the same benefits on everyone, however. Find out here whether and how probiotics will support your health.
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Fermented Blueberry Drink Prevents Diabetes and Obesity
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Sat Jan 23 16:33:52 PST 2010
Blueberry juice fermented with the Serratia bacteria normally found on blueberry skin was better than blueberry juice at preventing diabetes. Probiotic designer foods are likely to come.
Dynamic Warm-Up for Skiers and Snowboarders
by Dr. Giuseppe Caruana @ Full Function Rehabilitation & Wellness | Chiropractor Physiotherapy Nutrition Sports Injury Woodbridge Vaughan
Wed Oct 18 09:42:54 PDT 2017
Winter is coming. Some may be ecstatic while others, not so much. As skiers and snowboarders out there are itching to get in their first run of the season, remember to properly warm up before your first run of the season. Not doing so will increase your risk of injuries when you’re on the slopes,…
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Talking Science with ISAPP’s Science Translation Committee
by ISAPP @ International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP)
Wed Jan 31 08:21:35 PST 2018
By Christopher Cifelli, PhD, VP of Nutrition Research, National Dairy Council. Communicating with others is an essential part of everyday life. We are constantly sharing information about a variety of topics with friends, family, and even strangers. Most of the time the interaction is easy...
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Resilience as a measure of health: implications for health claims for foods
by ISAPP @ International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP)
Tue Jan 16 05:15:24 PST 2018
January 16, 2018. By Mary Ellen Sanders PhD, Sylvie Binda PhD, Seppo Salminen PhD, Karen Scott PhD Demonstrating health benefits for healthy people is a challenge faced by those attempting to communicate claims on a health promoting food. Foods, in many global regulatory frameworks, are...
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Probiotics: the importance of the complete product
by ISAPP @ International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP)
Sat Feb 10 21:18:55 PST 2018
February 11, 2018. By Dr. Olaf F.A. Larsen, Assistant Professor (0.2 FTE) at Athena Institute, VU University Amsterdam, The Netherlands, and Science Manager at Yakult Netherlands. Probiotics are, according to the WHO and later updated by a consensus panel convened by ISAPP, defined as “live...
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Obesity and Swine Flu: A Chinese Medicine Perspective
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Tue Nov 10 10:27:08 PST 2009
A recent report report from the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy indicates that 25% of hospitalized H1N1 victims in a California study were morbidly obese versus 4% of the US population and more than half were obese. It did not collect data on whether the heavy patients had other underlying conditions although the … Continue reading Obesity and Swine Flu: A Chinese Medicine Perspective
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Baking Soda, the Immune System and the Flu
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Tue Dec 15 08:21:20 PST 2009
Baking soda alkalizes the body and may prevent disease: “In 1918 and 1919 while fighting the ‘Flu’ with the U. S. Public Health Service it was brought to my attention that rarely any one who had been thoroughly alkalinized with bicarbonate of soda contracted the disease, and those who did contract it, if alkalinized early, … Continue reading Baking Soda, the Immune System and the Flu
Probiotics: an overview of beneficial effects
SpringerLink
Food products fermented by lactic acid bacteria have long been used for their proposed health promoting properties. In recent years, selected probiotic strains have been thoroughly investigated for...
In vitro investigations of the effect of probiotics and prebiotics on selected human intestinal pathogens | FEMS Microbiology Ecology | Oxford Academic
OUP Academic
This study investigated the effects of selected probiotic microorganisms, in combination with prebiotics, on certain human intestinal food-borne pathogens. Probiotics grown with different carbohydrate sources were observed to inhibit growth of Escherichia coli, Campylobacter jejuni and Salmonella enteritidis, with the extent of inhibition varying according to the carbohydrate source provided. Prebiotics identified as being preferentially utilised by the probiotics tested were oligofructose (FOS), inulin, xylo-oligosaccharide (XOS), and mixtures of inulin:FOS (80:20 w/w) and FOS:XOS (50:50 w/w). Two of the probiotics, Lactobacillus plantarum and Bifidobacterium bifidum were selected for further co-culture experiments. Each was combined with the selected prebiotics, and was observed to inhibit pathogen growth strongly. Results suggested that acetate and lactate were directly conferring antagonistic action, which was not necessarily related to a lowering of culture pH.
Safety assessment of industrial strains, starters and probiotics
New Food Magazine
Probiotics are used to bring health benefits to consumers through foods and are defined as 'live micro-organisms which, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host[Ref 18].' Commercialised all around the world since the early 1920's, mostly focused on Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus genera, in the last fifteen years there has been a rising awareness reported in scientific literature on putative adverse events caused by strains belonging to this genera, if not adverse events supposedly caused by probiotic prophylaxis, e.g. the recent Dutch probiotic prophylaxis study on severe acute pancreatitis[Ref 6]. Saccharomyces boulardii is the sole probiotic
Skier’s Thumb
by Dr. Giuseppe Caruana @ Full Function Rehabilitation & Wellness | Chiropractor Physiotherapy Nutrition Sports Injury Woodbridge Vaughan
Wed Oct 18 09:36:25 PDT 2017
With the warm weather behind us and everybody gearing up for winter in the Great White North, we can look forward to winter sports that we can only take advantage of when there is snow on the ground. But like any other sports we participate in, injuries can occur. Getting a diagnosis and getting treatment…
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Chemicals and Obesity: What if it isn’t all your fault?
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Sun Oct 18 11:35:51 PDT 2009
As someone who was around in the ’50s and ’60s when there was less obesity, I have to tell you that diets were not that good. TV dinners, Wonder bread, instant mashed potatoes, fish-sticks and whole milk predominated and vegetables tended towards the overcooked. Food was cooked in Crisco, full of trans fats, and cotton … Continue reading Chemicals and Obesity: What if it isn’t all your fault?
What’s the Story About Vinegar and Probiotics?
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Thu Jul 26 12:52:01 PDT 2012
I was asked about whether vinegar is a good thing to consume because of its effects on probiotic bacteria. The suggestion was based on the idea that the acidity of vinegar might kill off beneficial bacteria. The questioner heard that lemon juice might be better. Acidity is measured by a scale called the pH scale … Continue reading What’s the Story About Vinegar and Probiotics?
Probiotics Recommended for Nursing Home Residents - Endomune
Endomune
Over the years, I have written a number of newsletters that discuss the benefits of probiotics for children and adults. This month will focus on the older generation, an important topic since there are currently 11.4 million people living in …
Endometriosis and Chinese Medicine
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Wed Dec 02 09:32:01 PST 2009
Endometriosis is a painful condition where the tissue normally inside of the womb, the endometrium, is found in other parts of the body. The endometrial cells build up blood for pregnancy, which is shed during menstruation. However if this tissue is found outside of the womb, it can cause bleeding in areas where blood is … Continue reading Endometriosis and Chinese Medicine
Sinusitis and Herbs
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Mon Nov 30 08:23:48 PST 2009
This is the time of year when we see a lot of sinusitis. There are several causes, and many things that can get rid of the condition. It helps to understand how sinuses work. The sinuses form a kind of cup that serves to lubricate our respiratory tract. Sinuses work like an overflowing teacup, filling … Continue reading Sinusitis and Herbs
Probiotic shows promise: study
Otago Daily Times Online News
A University of Otago study has found a naturally occurring probiotic could reduce cases of gestational diabetes in pregnant women by 68%. The...
Ear Acupuncture Curbs Back Pain in Pregnant Women
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Wed Oct 28 12:36:17 PDT 2009
I’ve been in California this week and after kayaking, fellow acupuncturist Bob Linde noticed that the guide was suffering from back pain and put zaccaria seeds in her ear on the auricular points dealing with back pain. She felt changes immediately and claimed it was the best tip she’d received yet. We know that acupuncture … Continue reading Ear Acupuncture Curbs Back Pain in Pregnant Women
Why use powders over capsules?
by @ Custom Probiotics Canada: Latest News
Wed Dec 31 11:00:00 PST 2014
Powders allow you to vary your dosage very easily. You can take as little or much as you personally require this way. For example, some of our clients use a baby scoop of powder a day which is about 30 – 40 billion CFU. Others take up to 4 adult scoops a day, that’s about 1.2 Trillion CFU a day! That would be about 15 capsules!
So if you want to take a high amount of CFU, we would suggest trying the powders. They also cost less per CFU compared to the capsules.
Below is one of our popular powders we recommend starting with.
Healing Leaky Gut Syndrome With Probiotics
by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics
Thu Oct 30 13:04:03 PDT 2014
The intestinal lining is responsible for this common gastrointestinal disorder. Leaky Gut happens when the intestinal lining is more porous than normal, when large spaces appear in the gut wall allowing substances to leak out of the gut and into the blood stream. In such cases, substances like bacteria, fungi, parasites and partially digested molecules might dissipate through...
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Prebiotics – What makes them different from Probiotics?
by Andre Sommer, MD @ Cara Biotics
Tue Aug 08 08:57:47 PDT 2017
One of the most underappreciated topics in nutrition is prebiotics. While vitamins and other nutrients are covered in hundreds of books and articles, prebiotics are hardly mentioned. While many people are now quite familiar with the concept of probiotics, they have little knowledge about prebiotics [1]. This is surprising given the potential health benefits of prebiotics and their ability to regulate many processes in the body.
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Holiday Interview
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Thu Dec 17 10:16:37 PST 2009
I was interviewed recently on the subject of hangover prevention and care in Well and Good, NYC. The best way of course is to not drink too much. But read the article here. Four ways to fight holiday hangovers–according to an acupuncturist Park Slope acupuncturist and herbalist Karen Vaughan isn’t immune to holiday excess. She loves … Continue reading Holiday Interview
Goal Setting: A Shopping List for Success
by Dr. Giuseppe Caruana @ Full Function Rehabilitation & Wellness | Chiropractor Physiotherapy Nutrition Sports Injury Woodbridge Vaughan
Tue Jan 23 05:57:10 PST 2018
Not enough people understand the power of goal setting. Goal setting is the beginning of getting what you want. You know how you say “the hardest thing is to start” - whether it is to exercise or to lose weight or to quit smoking? Well, setting a goal IS the start. Just by setting a…
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NOVA Probiotics, Now Available In 7 Pure Integrative Pharmacy Locations In Vancouver.
by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics
Thu Aug 07 19:37:34 PDT 2014
Across Greater Vancouver and Victoria, Pure Integrative Pharmacy is probably the best place to find your prescription drugs, vitamins and supplements, your favorite personal care products and last, but not least, to get good advice from highly qualified employees working there. Like the founder and owner, Bob Mehr, said few weeks ago in...
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Publications | Intl Scientific Assoc for Probiotics and Prebiotics
International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP)
The following are papers that have been published about ISAPP, commissioned by ISAPP or produced as the output from ISAPP meetings or initiatives.
ISAPP Digs Deeper into Evidence on Probiotics for Colic with New Meta-Analysis
by ISAPP @ International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP)
Wed Jan 03 11:28:39 PST 2018
January 3, 2018. Evidence exists for gut microbiota differences between infants with and without colic, with one probiotic strain of particular interest therapeutically for colicky infants: Lactobacillus reuteri DSM17938. Discussion groups convened at the 2014 and 2016 ISAPP meetings, both led by Prof. Michael Cabana...
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How Do You Take a Probiotic?
by Dr. Hoberman @ Endomune
Fri Oct 27 06:59:43 PDT 2017
So, you’ve finally realized there are many reasons why you need to take a probiotic, but that’s only the first step toward improving your gut health. How you take a probiotic — ideally with multiple species of beneficial bacteria — […]
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Acupuncture For Veterans and Others With PTSD
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Wed Nov 11 22:21:54 PST 2009
For vets and others in NYC, CRREW run a clinic by donation that treats PTSD with ear acupuncture. It is on the Lower East Side at the University Settlement House, 184 Eldridge Street (corner of Rivington and Eldridge streets) on Wednesdays at 5:40-7:00 in the conference room. The F train Second Avenue stop is closest … Continue reading Acupuncture For Veterans and Others With PTSD
Probiotic foods – What foods have probiotics?
by Andre Sommer, MD @ Cara Biotics
Wed Aug 16 06:27:53 PDT 2017
Probiotic foods promote your health naturally by containing probiotics which are live bacterial cultures. Researchers are currently exploring their ability to help improve symptoms of various diseases and chronic conditions. However, not only sick people can benefit from consuming probiotic foods, but also people
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Evidence-based guidelines for use of probiotics in preterm neonates
BMC Medicine
Current evidence indicates that probiotic supplementation significantly reduces all-cause mortality and definite necrotising enterocolitis without significant adverse effects in preterm neonates. As the debate about the pros and cons of routine probiotic supplementation continues, many institutions are satisfied with the current evidence and wish to use probiotics routinely. Because of the lack of detail on many practical aspects of probiotic supplementation, clinician-friendly guidelines are urgently needed to optimise use of probiotics in preterm neonates. To develop evidence-based guidelines for probiotic supplementation in preterm neonates. To develop core guidelines on use of probiotics, including strain selection, dose and duration of supplementation, we primarily used the data from our recent updated systematic review of randomised controlled trials. For equally important issues including strain identification, monitoring for adverse effects, product format, storage and transport, and regulatory hurdles, a comprehensive literature search, covering the period 1966-2010 without restriction on the study design, was conducted, using the databases PubMed and EMBASE, and the proceedings of scientific conferences; these data were used in our updated systematic review. In this review, we present guidelines, including level of evidence, for the practical aspects (for example, strain selection, dose, duration, clinical and laboratory surveillance) of probiotic supplementation, and for dealing with non-clinical but important issues (for example, regulatory requirements, product format). Evidence was inadequate in some areas, and these should be a target for further research. We hope that these evidence-based guidelines will help to optimise the use of probiotics in preterm neonates. Continued research is essential to provide answers to the current gaps in knowledge about probiotics.
Prebiotics and Probiotics, Good Allies!
by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics
Sat Jun 14 18:55:23 PDT 2014
Prebiotics are non-digestible soluble fibers that stimulate the growth and multiplication of the beneficial bacteria in the gut. They are mainly used to fuel the probiotics and ease bowel movements. However, prebiotics have many other good characteristics, which explains why NOVA has prebiotic included in each of its formula: They work as anti-carcinogens: When...
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Are Probiotics the New Prozac?
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Wed Nov 13 06:13:33 PST 2013
This article, reprinted from Dr. Mercola is very important on the relationship between gut bacteria and the brain: By Dr. Mercola While many think of their brain as the organ in charge of their mental health, your gut may actually play a far more significant role. The big picture many of us understand is one … Continue reading Are Probiotics the New Prozac?
November Herbal Blog Party on Morning Wake Up Beverages
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Thu Nov 26 23:05:16 PST 2009
Tansy hosted November’s herbal blog party. The subject was morning beverages…be it coffee, mate, or some herbal concoction. Herbalists share our morning beverage rituals. Here is the blogroll: Karen Vaughan writes about the benefits of coffee and talks about mixing it with herbs Lisl writes all about chai and includes a recipe for … Continue reading November Herbal Blog Party on Morning Wake Up Beverages
Falls Prevention
by Dr. Giuseppe Caruana @ Full Function Rehabilitation & Wellness | Chiropractor Physiotherapy Nutrition Sports Injury Woodbridge Vaughan
Thu Dec 21 10:17:50 PST 2017
As winter weather approaches, the risk of slip and fall increases with icy conditions. Along with lining up to get your winter tires on, test out your balance and ability to recover from a slip to minimize the risk of falls. Try this out with your loved ones as well:Tandem Stance Static Balance TestTesting Procedure:…
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Children’s Most Common Illnesses: Colic, Colds & Flu.
by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics
Tue Oct 07 09:01:34 PDT 2014
Colic: Colic refers to a very common condition in infants and a great source of stress for parents. Young children with colic may cry for episodes of three hours or more, at least three days in a week. During these fits, the child will be perfectly healthy, he will not be hungry, need changing or want...
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Are probiotics safe?
by Andre Sommer, MD @ Cara Biotics
Fri Oct 27 07:33:13 PDT 2017
There is a new big trend in dietary supplements: probiotics. Stoked by more and more people paying attention to their health, you see many new products entering the market. Big brands and newcomers already offer probiotic supplements targeted at specific age groups. However, there is another intriguing development recently – customized probiotics and supplements targeting individual diseases and symptoms. Therefore it is no surprise that researchers are eager to assess the efficacy of probiotic strains, while consumers are interested in the potential preventive and therapeutic health benefits. Although probiotics are being hyped recently, you should also be aware of potential side effects.
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When Traveling in Space, Don’t Forget Your Probiotics
by Dr. Hoberman @ Endomune
Mon Dec 11 11:40:35 PST 2017
The very last thing you’re probably thinking about when watching exciting science-fiction films like Interstellar or Gravity is the gut health of the astronauts flying through space. But that doesn’t mean Earth-bound scientists aren’t studying or thinking about it… a […]
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Happy Hanukkah!
by Karen Vaughan, L.Ac., Registered Herbalist (AHG) @ Natural Health by Karen
Fri Dec 11 19:27:44 PST 2009
In a time of darkness and cold, we especially appreciate the power of a small flame. As I sit here in the evening watching the flicker of candlelight, the bitter cold seems farther away. The waning moon yields little light out my window. I imagine the Maccabees pouring the last of the prepared and dedicated … Continue reading Happy Hanukkah!
Welo Probiotic Juices and Ferments
Welo Probiotics
We love your health: our probiotic cold-pressed drink is made with organic cold-pressed juice, with no added flavours or preservatives and vegan probiotics.
Do probiotics really work?
Food
Dr Michael Mosley and other experts share what science really says - and whether food or supplements are the best option.
SMART Goals
by Dr. Giuseppe Caruana @ Full Function Rehabilitation & Wellness | Chiropractor Physiotherapy Nutrition Sports Injury Woodbridge Vaughan
Tue Jan 23 06:07:58 PST 2018
It’s a new year and what better time to set goals and work towards achieving these goals. Without goals, you can lack focus and direction. Goal setting involves coming up with an action plan designed to motivate and guide you towards a goal. The SMART criteria is a good rule to follow when deciding…
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Full Function Rehab | Probiotic Sold Here Naturopath Vaughan
Full Function Rehabilitation & Wellness | Chiropractor Physiotherapy Nutrition Sports Injury Woodbridge Vaughan
Probiotics are amazing for your health. Read our blog to learn how probiotics can help. We sell probiotics. Naturopath Woodbridge Vaughan
Probiotics and Weight Loss – A Quick Tip
by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics
Mon Jan 05 17:43:03 PST 2015
Probiotics, Weight loss and Candida Going on a diet isn’t easy, and many people suffer from unwanted and uncomfortable symptoms such as gas, bloating, and abdominal discomfort. Even when successful, people usually have a hard time getting rid of their persistent midsection fat, and have intense cravings for sugary foods, breads, pasta and sometimes even alcohol. Most...
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