Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease. The most troublesome symptom of asthma are uncontrollable bronchial spasms that impede breathing. In people suffering from asthma, the capacity of the upper respiratory tract is limited by the mucus accumulating in the bronchi. Conventional medicine has recognized asthma as an incurable disease, but by making a few changes to your lifestyle, you can make this disease less annoying. Read more
Probiotics
Intestinal microflora and liver diseases
The bilateral relationship between the gut and the liver can be a surprising fact for many people. This correlation results, among other things, from the anatomic proximity of both organs, but there is also a functional connection between the intestinal mucosa and the liver. This connection is the portal vein, which is relatively short but has a large diameter and is a physical connection of the digestive system with the liver. Read more
What is the importance of intestinal microflora in a pregnant woman?
The colonization of the sterile gastrointestinal tract in the newborn starts immediately after birth. If a child is born in a natural way, microorganisms in the intestines of the mother get into the gastrointestinal tract of the newborn. And what happens if a child is born via caesarean section? Read more
Probiotics, prebiotics and digestive enzymes in one capsule
Information on probiotics and prebiotics are topics that often appear in scientific literature in correlation with maintaining the health of the digestive system. There are many natural ways to supplement these substances in the body. There are also dietary supplements that provide medicinal probiotics and prebiotics. However, only some of them contain a full set of digestive enzymes, which are very important for the complete assimilation of all nutrients and for the proper course of the digestive process. Read more
Bacillus coagulans – an effective probiotic
The first information on this strain of probiotic bacteria, isolated from coagulated milk powder, was published in 1915. According to the scientific description, it is a gram of a positive, oxygen-based rod that synthesizes lactic acid and has the ability to create extremely stable endospores. Bacillus coagulans has been used as an ingredient in food products and dietary supplements for many years. Read more
Can protein supplementation be improved?
It is a well-known fact that athletes or people who regularly exercise moderate sports should use protein supplements. It is claimed that taking protein supplements over a period of about eight weeks results in improved physical performance and the strengthening and development of muscle mass. Is it possible to further improve the absorption of protein in the digestive system and increase the respiratory efficiency of the body? Read more
What is the meaning of a child’s birth manner?
Before birth, the newborn’s digestive tract is sterile. Immediately after the birth, he is settled in microorganisms that are found in the gastrointestinal tract and in the mother’s vagina. This is what happens in the case of a natural birth. And what about the cesarean section? Read more
Inflammation of joints and the immune system
Disturbances in the functioning of the immune system cause inflammation that may arise, inter alia, in the hip, knee and other joints. An immune-mediated inflammation can lower the quality of life and lead to a significant reduction in physical activity. Many specialists believe that the sources of such ailments should be sought in the digestive system, which plays an important role in the proper functioning of the immune system. How, then, improve the health of the joints? Read more
Conventional and unconventional treatment of liver cirrhosis
The method of treatment of liver cirrhosis depends on the cause of the disease and on the severity of the patient’s condition. Doctors usually use a combination of different treatments, including pharmacological agents and lifestyle changes. And although it is believed that there is no effective cure for liver cirrhosis, there are many ways – both conventional and unconventional – that help control the symptoms of the disease. Read more
How to keep liver health?
The liver is a very important organ without which life is impossible. The liver performs important functions, among others, it secures the bile necessary to dissolve fats during digestion, regulates the glucose level, metabolizes lipids and neutralizes and removes toxins from the body. It is worth taking care of the liver, because liver health is a necessary condition for a long and healthy life. So how do you take care of the liver? Read more