The exploration of the Earth over land, under sea and beyond into outer space has revealed so much about our planet and the universe. At the same time, there remains even more that is in the realm of the unknown and not fully understood. Looking inward, the same can be said when examining our physicalContinue reading “Gut Life”
Category Archives: Fit ‘n Fiber
New Year Fitness and Weight Goals
Two of the most common New Year’s resolutions that people make as the calendar year comes to an end are weight management and fitness plans. These goals may go together like hand in glove but not necessarily so. People can lose weight without focusing on a fitness routine even though getting rid of extra poundsContinue reading “New Year Fitness and Weight Goals”
Psyllium: The Wonder Fiber
Herbal Fiberblend and Fit ’n Fiber are AIM dietary supplements that include psyllium (Plantago ovata) as an ingredient. Psyllium is one of the finest sources of supplemental fiber for alleviating constipation and restoring regular bowel movements. Native to the Mediterranean region and West Asia, psyllium is a low-growing, herbaceous plant with a white flower spike.Continue reading “Psyllium: The Wonder Fiber”
4 for Digestion
The AIM Companies™ offers a fine selection of natural health products with a variety of benefits. Many choose AIM’s nutrition that works because of the efficacy and safety of it’s high-quality products that have been helping people for over 40 years. One of the many areas of AIM assistance that people can confidently turn toContinue reading “4 for Digestion“
Inflammation In Transit
What happens between the eating of a meal and the undigested food being eliminated in a bowel movement has a major impact on a person’s state of health. Depending on individual physiology, transit time from ingestion to defecation can take between two to five days. Back in ancient Egypt, the importance of transit time requiredContinue reading “Inflammation In Transit”
P–biotic Confusion?
Sales of probiotics have continued to skyrocket over the years among health-conscious individuals. At the same time, an August 2021 survey of 1,004 people revealed that only a small percentage of them understood the relationship of probiotics to a healthy microbiome as well as optimally functioning digestive and immune systems. Overall, there was limited awarenessContinue reading “P–biotic Confusion?”
4 for Immune Support
Your immune system is the first line of defense that protects you from harm from the inside out and the outside in. Regular intake of wholesome food that is primarily plant-based is one of the best ways that you can personally assist this defense system. Topping off healthy nourishment with nutrition that works adds supplementaryContinue reading “4 for Immune Support”
Classified Fiber
The Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University really knows how to break down fiber from indigestible terminology: puns intended. It’s not surprising. Since 1996, this research institute has investigated “the function and role of micronutrients, phytochemicals, and other constituents of food in maintaining human health and preventing and treating disease.” And fiber is definitelyContinue reading “Classified Fiber”
Communicating Bacteria?
With a firm connection between good health and the community of bacteria that reside in the human body, an immense amount of research continues to be conducted into these tiny microbes. The discovery of possible communication going on in the bacterial world has sparked yet another focus of discovery. To do so requires getting reallyContinue reading “Communicating Bacteria?”
Plant Probiotics?
Research reveals the many benefits from having a primarily plant-based diet, meaning you don’t have to become a strict vegetarian. The vast array of essential nutrients and phytonutrients from fruit and vegetables promotes whole-body health. It is well-known that this wholesome source of food provides natural antioxidants, enzymes, fiber, minerals, protein, vitamins, etc. What isn’tContinue reading “Plant Probiotics?”
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