Why the Amino Acid L-Glutamine Is So Important for Gut Health and Repairing Your Gut Lining (and the Foods That Have Plenty of It)
When it comes to gut health, keeping the intestinal epithelium—aka the gut lining—strong is a top priority. That’s because the cells in the intestinal epithelium have multiple, important jobs: They help digest food, absorb nutrients, and prevent bacteria and other toxins from seeping out from the intestines into the rest of the body.
(Well + Good, Aug 9, 2022)
What’s the Best Type of Coffee for Gut Health? We Asked an RD
Individuals who suffer from digestive issues are often advised to eliminate coffee from their dietes because the acidity and caffeine content of this ubiquitous beverage may exacerbate these conditions in some people. There is a common belief that switching to cold brew can give these individuals some relief, but can it?
(Well + Good, July 22, 2022)
A Gut Health Dietitian’s 3 Key Tips To Ensure You’re Reaping the Most Microbiome-Boosting Benefits From Yogurt
If you’ve already committed to incorporating more yogurt into your diet (kudos), the next step is making sure you are squeezing every possible benefit from it.
(Well + Good, April 27, 2022)
6 Anti-Inflammatory Herbs and Spices That’ll Give Roasted Veggies New Life (and Major Heart Health Benefits)
You can level up even the humblest of roasted vegetables by simply seasoning them with the right herbs and spices before popping them in the oven.
(Well + Good, April 4, 2022)
‘Sparkling Coffee’ Is the Heart-Healthy, Gut-Boosting Morning Beverage You Need To Try
Falling into a coffee rut is all too easy. But if you’re ready to shake up your coffee routine—and possibly get even more health benefits out of your cup o’ joe—sparkling coffee may be the answer.
(Well + Good, March 7, 2022)
Can Foods Actually Boost Your Circulation (And Make You Feel Warm Inside)? We Asked an RD
Poor circulation, on the other hand, is often associated with tingling and muscle cramps. It can also manifest as cold hands and feet, which made us wonder: By getting our blood flowing better, can vasodilator foods also make us feel warmer inside?
(Well + Good, March 6, 2022)
Why You Should Always Flip Your Eggs Upside Down in the Carton To Help Them Last Longer, According to an Egg Farmer
The next time you bring a dozen eggs home from the supermarket, it might be worth taking a few seconds to turn each of the eggs upside down inside the carton—that is, with the pointy end down—before storing them in the refrigerator.
(Well + Good, Feb. 21, 2022)
The Cara Cara Orange Is the Vitamin C-Rich Citrus Fruit That’s in Season *Right* Now
Even though they are nutrient-packed and refreshing, oranges may taste too tart for some palates. Enter the Cara Cara orange, a relatively new variety of navel orange that is distinguished by its naturally sweet flavor.
(Well + Good, Jan. 3, 2022)
Every Single Ingredient in This Registered Dietitian’s Smoothie Recipe Will Help You Sleep
Many of us could use a little help catching Zs. And while there are plenty of sleep-boosting over-the-counter supplements in the form of pills and gummies on the market, there is a much more delicious (and natural) alternative well-worth a try: a pre-bedtime smoothie made with ingredients that help improve sleep quality.
(Well + Good, Dec. 6, 2021)