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If you want fast-acting bloating relief, HUM’s Flatter Me supplement may be just what you’ve been looking for. In fact, we were so confident in its ability to reduce bloat that we conducted a clinical trial to see how effective this digestive enzyme supplement is. See how it stood up to a slice, ahead. Nothing […]

Here’s the call to eat more carbs. Yes, you read that right, just be sure you’re loading up on gut-healthy resistant starches. Learn more about the carb star and resistant starch foods to add to your diet. During a time when it seems as if everyone’s actively avoiding carbohydrates—with even beans and oatmeal getting a […]

If you deal with bloating, you’re probably keen to know how to get rid of bloating fast. But do probiotics help with bloating? We took a look at the science. Ugh, bloating. There is nothing pleasant about feeling like there’s an unpopped balloon in your stomach, and it’s not exactly a sign of something particularly […]

Feeling sick every time you eat? You’re not alone, and there might be more to it than just overindulgence. We’ve all felt a little queasy after taking too many helpings of our favorite food. But if you’re always feeling nauseous after eating, there may be something else going on like acid reflux, food allergies, or […]

The holidays have many perks, but the digestive drama that often ensues is not one of them. Often our gut is at the receiving end of the worst discomfort after eating the traditionally indulgent, rich meals that accompany the holidays. As an RD-to-be and a trained chef, I’m no stranger to finding that perfect balance […]

By now you’re likely familiar with prebiotics and probiotics. You may have even heard of synbiotics, a combo of the two. But the newest players in the gut health game are postbiotics. So new, in fact, that The International Scientific Association of Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP) just came to an agreement on their definition in […]

Soluble vs. insoluble fiber: What’s the difference, and what are their benefits? Dietitians share the ins and outs of this all-important nutrient that too many of us lack. Most of us don’t get too worked up about fiber. That’s probably because we’ve heard over and over again that there are many benefits of soluble fiber […]

Diet sodas, sugar-free gum, bars, candies and cookies made with zero-calorie artificial sweeteners—they might seem like a healthier alternative to their original counterparts made with real sugar. After all, they contain little to no calories and are sweeter than table sugar, so what’s not to love, right? The debate on artificial sweeteners has gone back […]

What’s the deal with probiotics for skin? Here, we’ll uncover the benefits of probiotic skincare and fermented ingredients in both topical and supplement forms. If probiotics had a motto, it very well could be “in with the good, out with the bad.” Of course, we’re talking about good and bad bacteria—and probiotics are one of […]

Going back to school, returning to the office, or simply want to get your defenses up for the seasonal changes ahead? Now’s as good a time as any to evaluate your daily habits and make small changes that can improve your well-being in big ways. Here, we’ll look at the four key pillars of immune […]

Shavonne Morrison, MS, RD, LD, dives into why energy drinks are bad for you, detailing their potential side effects. Make your way down any drink aisle at the grocery or convenience store and you’ll spot them: brightly colored, practically luminescent bottles and cans of energy drinks. Plus, new brands claiming to be “cleaner” and “healthier” […]

Gaby Vaca-Flores, RDN, CLE, answers a common question: How does the immune system work? You hear about boosting the immune system all the time, but what does that actually mean? There are many things that influence the immune system’s ability to function properly. So to best answer if you can really boost your immune system, […]