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8 Best Supplements for Gut Health

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Best gut health supplements

By Dr. Josh Axe Gut and digestive-related interests are very common among adults living in countries including the U.S. Certain gut-supporting supplements can help to ease common issues such as occasional bloating and promote healthy elimination by supporting a healthy balance of bacteria in your microbiome, facilitating digestion, and assisting you in maintaining overall gut health and function. So what is the best supplement for gut health? There are actually a handful of helpful gut health supplements available — such as probiotics and certain protein powders that provide specific amino acids. The best types of gut supplements for you will...

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Lemon Poppyseed Muffins Recipe, with Lemon Glaze

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Lemon poppyseed muffins

Lemon poppyseed muffins or cake is one of the yummiest desserts or snacks, but if you pick it up from the supermarket or cafe, it's also loaded with sugar and unhealthy fats.  Here we turn that lemon poppyseed muffin around, with only 12 grams of sugar vs. 12 grams of performance fats per muffin. Clocking in at 250 calories, each is perfect snack or dessert. These dairy-free, gluten-free lemon poppy seed muffins also contain Collagen Peptides Protein Powder for some additional gut, skin and joint support.  How to Make Lemon Poppyseed Muffins Preheat the oven to 350 F and line...

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No-Bake Almond Butter Energy Balls

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No-bake almond butter energy balls

Snacks should be easy — a midday nibble to get you through to dinnertime or a little post-workout boost. But if you’ve ever attempted to find the right snack, you know how difficult it can be. So many store-bought snacks are packed with sugar, unhealthy oils and ingredients you’ve most likely never heard of.  But lately making your own snacks became an internet thing, in particular the "no bake" phenomenon. Many of the no-bake energy balls or "energy bites" can be delicious and snack-worthy. What is often missing, however, is a more balanced energy ball with nearly equal carbs, fat and protein....

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Bovine Collagen Supplement Benefits & How to Use

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Bovine collagen benefits

By Jill Levy Although our bodies naturally produce collagen, production decreases with age. This can lead to changes in the appearance of our skin, along with muscle, joint and gut function. Collagen protein supplements can be derived from a number of animal sources, with bovine collagen (specifically from cows) and chicken collagen being two of the most popular. If you’re looking for support for a healthy gut, as well as for healthy joints, skin, hair and nails, then find out below why collagen powder products — including those containing bovine collagen — may be just what you’re looking for. What...

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What Is Type 2 Collagen? Benefits Plus How to Use

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Type 2 collagen benefits

By Jill Levy Collagen is a structural protein that’s a key component of cartilage, bone and other tissues in both animals and humans. Did you know that there’s actually more than one type of collagen? A little known fact is that there are at least 16 known collagen types, including type 1 and type 2. What is type II collagen used for? As explained more below, this type is most abundant in sources including chickens and is associated with benefits including support for healthy joints, healthy skin and gut health. What Is Type 2 Collagen? Type 2 collagen is one...

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