by Brenda Watson | Oct 3, 2014 | Human Microbiome, Inflammation, Leaky Gut, Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that involves an immune system attack of the protective sheath (myelin sheath) that covers nerves. This destruction has a damaging effect on the communication between the brain and the rest of the body. The disease process varies...
by Brenda Watson | Jul 4, 2014 | Autism, Children, Human Microbiome
There is a distinct connection between changes in gut bacteria and autism, a topic I have written and blogged about before. A recent study presented at the annual meeting of the American Society for Microbiology found that children with autism spectrum disorders...
by Brenda Watson | May 16, 2014 | Adults, Celiac Disease, Diet, Digestive Health, General, Heart Disease, Heartburn, Inflammation
A new study has discovered a link between celiac disease and heart disease, a previously unknown relationship that will likely change the way doctors treat celiac patients. The study found that those people with celiac disease—even people under 65 years—were at...
by Brenda Watson | Apr 23, 2014 | Adults, Children, Digestive Health, Digestive Health Care Books by Brenda Watson, General, Heart of Perfect Health, Probiotics & Gut Flora
In case you missed it, a recent episode of the Hallmark Channel daytime talk show Home & Family featured a topic I’m pretty passionate about… probiotics! Hosts Mark Steines and Cristina Ferrare talked to renowned nutrition specialist Dr. Melina Jampolis, who...
by Brenda Watson | Apr 4, 2014 | Adults, Allergies, Conditions, Constipation, Diarrhea, Digestive Health, Inflammation, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Probiotics & Gut Flora
April is IBS Awareness Month—a time for individuals and communities across the country to spread awareness about irritable bowel syndrome and the millions of Americans it affects every day. Coast to coast, activities and events are in the works to help people...
