Probiotics Page 4/5

Remember when probiotics were those unknown “bacteria” in yogurt that felt kind of weird knowing that you were eating? Thankfully, many people have jumped on the probiotic bandwagon since then. By now you’ve probably heard that probiotics are essential to gut health, which can translate to a stronger immune system and even clearer skin. They […]

Bonus: All your friends will want to Instagram them.

We ask the age-old question: Can you have your gelato and eat it, too?

Exposure to UV rays dries out the top layers of skin and compromises collagen and elastin for accelerated aging. Luckily, staying hydrated with water or healthy beverages can combat these ill effects. Holistic nutritionist, Athena Meshkin, shares one of her favorite recipes for keeping skin supple. Try this healthy, nutritionist-approved coconut smoothie recipe to keep […]

*Everything comes down to poop.*

Alcohol is messing with your zzz’s. In vino veritas. In wine, truth. See also: In wine, sleepiness. People have been consuming alcohol for thousands of years. In ancient times, people drank it instead of water, as the water they had access to was dangerous to drink. Philosophers like Plato praised moderate wine drinking for its […]

Keep your cold or flu at bay with these seven foods that can boost your immune system. Of course, there are a whole host of healthy habits that can protect you against illness. As a reminder, the World Health Organization recommends washing your hands frequently, keeping at least three feet of space between yourself and […]

As part of our series on digestive health, today we’re diving into the topic of probiotics. Our everything guide to finding the best probiotic for you is all about what these microorganisms are and the role they play in your digestion and beyond! What are Probiotics? When we think of bacteria, we often think about […]

This month we’re diving deep into the gut, starting with the gut-brain axis. Learn how much the bacteria in your gut can impact your brain, body, and health.

HUM’s newest addition to the beauty supplement line will reinvent your afternoon routine. Meet Raw Beauty, our new green superfood powder. Meet Raw Beauty Green Superfood Powder Raw Beauty was inspired by a HUM survey of 10,000 consumers. It found the majority of women reaches an energy and productivity low by 2:55 p.m. We found popular solutions […]

“We are, at least from the standpoint of DNA, more microbial than human,” says Tom Insel, director of NIMH. The gut microbiota—consisting of over two million unique bacterial genes, 1,000 different species of bacteria, and trillions of cells that together weigh anywhere from one to three pounds—refers to the microbe population living in the intestine. […]

This week we’re excited to introduce you to Shilpi Agarwal, MD, your holistic medical expert! A board-certified family medicine and integrative and holistic medical physician, Dr. Shilpi aims to empower women to look and feel their best every day by making medical information relatable.