Blog — bacteria

Antibiotics - a bit of a catch Twenty-two So, you’re feeling throaty, chesty, raspy, think you might have an ear infection – or maybe you’re just feeling ‘bleh’ and want to figure out why. Among the many things that send us to the Doctor are viral infections. Most of us, as frustrating as they are, would hope for a viral diagnosis over a bacterial one, as they usually only require rest and there is no need for prescribed medications. Although we try to avoid antibiotic use, it must be said that in circumstances where ones’ health is at serious risk...

If you are suffering with Irritable Bowl System, Chron’s disease, chronic constipation, chronic diarrhoea.. or both! If you have digestive issues, heartburn, reflux, cramping, bloating, gas… then you are not alone. I hear from people just like you on a daily basis.

Written by Alison Bell NOT FEELING SO GOODMaybe it’s food poisoning… It’s an elusive beast. One that we can never really know is there until it’s too late… But one that, pretty much, all of us has faced one way or another. Whether it was from a high-end restaurant – or from a 3am post dance floor kebab, we all know it’s gross… And we wouldn’t wish it upon anyone.If you’re suffering from food poisoning – or a foodborne illness, you’re probably suffering from a combination of vomiting, diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever and chills. Depending on the state...

Written by Norbert Sporns  The gut is the gateway to health. If your gut is healthy, chances are that you're in good health. However, there's a condition called leaky gut that can lead to a host of health problems. "Leaky gut syndrome" is said to have symptoms including bloating, gas, cramps, food sensitivities, and aches and pains. But it's something of a medical mystery. From an MD’s standpoint, it’s a very gray area,” says gastroenterologist Donald Kirby, MD, director of the Center for Human Nutrition at the Cleveland Clinic. “Physicians don’t know enough about the gut, which is our biggest...