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The Gut-Skin Axis: 6 Ways Your Microbiome Supports Clear, Healthy Skin
Gut health is tied to many aspects of overall health, but can it help improve skin healthy? The short answer is YES. Learn about the gut-skin connection and how a healthy gut can support a clearer complexion.
Probiotic Foods vs Probiotic Supplements: What’s Best for Gut Health?
Comparing food-based probiotics vs. supplements for digestion, immunity, and balance – with science-backed guidance from Metagenics.
Gut Health and Sleep: How Are They Connected?
There is no doubt that sleep plays a crucial role in brain health and function, and as it turns out, the gut and the brain are basically in constant communication through the gut-brain axis. More specifically, the gut in gut-brain axis refers to the microbiome, or the collection of all microorganisms like bacteria, yeasts, and fungi that live in the intestines. The gut-brain axis is a two-way communication, so not only can those little critters in the gut influence heath, but mental and emotional state of a person can impact the microbiome.
A Happy Gut for the Holidays
Between the heaps of sugar from cookies and candies, and the mountains of gravy from a seasonal roast, the months of November and December—actually let’s be honest, more like the months of October through January—are not known for being health-promoting.
Staying Ahead of Changes in the Gut
Gut health is important for overall health, and there are many wide-ranging causes that can affect gut health. Here are a few things to consider as you work to get your gut back on track.
