The gut, or more formally named the gastrointestinal tract is an 8-9m long tube from the mouth to the anus. This means the gut is our main interaction with the environment! One major function of the gut is to digest (breakdown) food and absorb nutrients. The gut also has a large influence on our […]
Monthly Archives: August 2020
05
Aug
Aug
Could this be a food intolerance? Food allergies and food intolerances are two very separate things, yet are easily confused. Knowing the differences between them determines how best to diagnose and treat them. A true allergy involves activation of the body’s immune system and usually occurs immediately after exposure to the food causing the allergy. Only 5 […]