Natural Stool Softener: What You Need to Know
Which foods and fibers soften stool, what trials show for psyllium, prunes and kiwi, how to use them and when to see a doctor.
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Kids’ Gut Health: What You Need to Know
How a child’s gut develops, the food and habits that support it, what probiotics can and can’t do, and when to call the doctor.
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Are Mushrooms High in Fiber? What the Evidence Says
Most mushrooms have only 1 to 3 grams of fiber per serving. Here is how common types compare and how to use them in a high-fiber diet.
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Herbs for Gut Health: What You Need to Know
What the research shows for peppermint, ginger, chamomile, turmeric and other herbs for gut health, plus safety points.
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How Much Sauerkraut a Day for Gut Health? The Complete Answer
Start with 1 to 2 tablespoons of raw sauerkraut a day and work up to 1/4 to 1/2 cup. Here is what studies used and why sodium sets the limit.
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Books on Gut Health: What You Need to Know
Four widely read books on gut health, what each covers, and how to judge any gut health book before you act on it.
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What Is Kimchi? A Clear Answer
Kimchi is a Korean dish of salted, seasoned vegetables fermented by lactic acid bacteria. Here is what is in it, how it is made and how to eat it.
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Gut Health and Skin: What You Need to Know
What the gut-skin axis research shows for acne, eczema, rosacea and celiac rash, plus everyday habits and when to see a doctor.
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BRAT Diet: A Practical Guide
What the BRAT diet is, why doctors no longer recommend a strict version, and a gentler way to eat and drink after a stomach bug.
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Onnit Total Gut Health: What You Need to Know
Onnit Total Gut Health combines enzymes, probiotics and betaine HCl. Here is what the label lists and what the research supports.
