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How to Make Fermented Foods

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How to make fermented foods

By Dr. Josh Axe Have you heard a lot about the benefits of eating foods that contain probiotics? And now you're wondering: what happens when you ferment foods to make them so beneficial? Want to know how to make fermented vegetables or other probiotic foods at home? It may seem intimidating at first, but it's actually pretty simple to do.  This is especially true if you’re interested in making fermented foods like sauerkraut or other cultured vegetables, which only requires several basic ingredients (which you probably already have at home!).  Benefits of Lacto-Fermented Vegetables Fermentation is the process of using microorganisms,...

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Best Foods and Supplements for Occasional Constipation

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Best foods and supplements for constipation relief

By Christine Ruggeri If you occasionally produce fewer-than-normal bowel movements or occasionally have difficulty passing stool, you may be experiencing occasional constipation. It’s not a pleasant feeling and can lead to bloating, stomach discomfort and more. Some people turn to laxatives, but they can lead to stomach cramps and discomfort. Thankfully, there are certain foods and supplements that support healthy digestive function and elimination. Generally speaking, adding high-fiber foods and soothing liquids to your diet can make a tremendous difference. Plus, supplements containing probiotics and digestion-aiding ingredients give your body the extra tools to reduce occasional constipation and promote regularity....

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12 Best Collagen-Boosting Foods (Plus a Sample Meal Plan)

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Collagen-boosting foods

By Jill Levy Collagen is an important type of protein containing 19 different amino acids, including some that many of us don’t get enough of. Although supplementation is widely available — such as our Multi Collagen Protein powder or Multi Collagen Capsules — making an effort to also include a few servings of protein-rich foods and collagen-boosting foods in your diet can also help to optimize your levels. This in turn can provide support for joint health, skin health, gut health and much more. How can you get collagen naturally, and what foods have collagen? Let’s take a closer look...

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6 Key Nutrients for a Healthy Gut: Best Foods & Supplements

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Key nutrients for gut health

By Dr. Josh Axe If your goals include promoting healthy digestion and immune system function, and learning how to support gut health, then it helps to first become knowledgeable about the best nutrients for gut health. Which microbes, vitamins, minerals, amino acids and other nutrients does a healthy gut need most?  The truth is, gut function is very complex and requires a number of different nutrients on a steady basis. For example, probiotics help to support nutrient absorption, vitamin C plays a role in promoting healthy immune function, and magnesium assists in muscle function and generally promotes healthy elimination. In...

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Do's and Don'ts of Muscle Recovery (Including Best Supplements)

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Muscle recovery supplements

By Christine Ruggeri A common misconception regarding muscle growth is that it happens while you’re exercising or lifting weights. The truth is that your muscles grow and repair during the recovery period, in the hours following a workout. That’s why muscle recovery is so important and why you want to avoid doing it all wrong.   The time needed for muscle recovery depends on the person and fitness routine, but typically it takes 1–2 days of rest, and even longer for more vigorous workouts.  Allowing your connective tissues to recover is also critical for building muscle and maintaining healthy joints. Fortunately,...

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