June 06, 2016
Probiotics has turned into a marketing buzzword, incorporated into advertising plans for all kinds of products, but how do consumers know what works and what doesn’t? The market for probiotics is growing at an alarming pace with very little accurate information accessible to the public. Everything from packaged goods to cold brew coffee now claims to be a source of probiotics. This fad is leading to more and more “probiotic” junk food on the shelves at your local grocery store. But do you really need probiotics in everything you eat and drink? And what kind of bacteria can last heating,.... [Read More...]
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May 23, 2016
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 11% of children 4-17 years of age (6.4 million) have been diagnosed with ADHD as of 2011 with rates of ADHD diagnosis increasing an average of 5% per year between 2003 and 2011. The condition has no racial or socioeconomic bias as it is reported in all ethnic groups. The statistics for other autism spectrum disorders including Asperger syndrome (AS) are just as grim. A new study brings hope for parents with newborns. Probiotics given early in life may be the answer to avoiding neuropsychiatric disorders like ADHD and AS later.... [Read More...]
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May 18, 2016
Gout is on the rise around the world and gut health may be part of the problem. The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases calls gout one of the most painful forms of arthritis out there and recent statistics show around 8.3 million people in the U.S. have it, that’s about 3.9 percent of the population. While 3.9% may not sound like much, another 21% of the U.S. population has a precursor to the disease called hyperuricemia. This new research suggests that the microbes living in our guts could potentially be used as a screening tool for.... [Read More...]
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May 09, 2016
In this blog, we try to provide well-researched insight into the world of Probiotics and Healthy Living, however sometimes other people can say it better than us. So this time, one of our customers tells their story, in their own words, about how Natren products have helped them personally. We think it’s a wonderful story – we hope you agree. I am 26 years old. Since the age of 9, I have suffered from gas, bloating, diarrhea, and overall intestinal discomfort. I recall multiple visits to the gastroenterologist throughout my child, adolescent, and adult years for these issues. After countless blood.... [Read More...]
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May 02, 2016
Whenever we learn of exciting new research on the gut microbiota, it reminds us of the work we do every day, and particularly the positive impact that probiotics have both in the animal kingdom, and mankind. Some of the most interesting research involves the communication between the human brain and our gut. These latest findings offer new perspectives on how we may be able to improve our physical and psychological well being through early childhood physical activity. Seizing the Window of Opportunity A recent study on the gut-brain connection, conducted at University of Boulder, is particularly interesting since it demonstrates that.... [Read More...]
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April 25, 2016
Ladies we all have a vagina, yet many of us are too embarrassed to talk about it. We don’t discuss it with our friends, our partners, and we’re often embarrassed to say the word vagina to our doctor. In this day and age, it’s so difficult to believe how we approach women’s health. Let’s face it, if we’re not comfortable with our own bodies, avoiding treatment when something’s wrong downstairs, can have serious implications for our overall health. Overcoming the Taboo How do we overcome the taboo and take charge, not just for ourselves, but our daughters and granddaughters when.... [Read More...]
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April 18, 2016
The biggest growing sector of the food market by far is organic food, and while for many years it was considered a lifestyle choice of just a small group of consumers, it has now proven to be a mainstream lifestyle choice. Organic foods like produce, meat and dairy that used to be only available in health food stores or farmers’ markets, are now sold in most retail chain supermarkets. However, while there are numerous reasons to eat organic foods, organic farming does introduce some new concerns too. The Truth about Organic Pesticides Many of us think that organic food is.... [Read More...]
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April 11, 2016
Your diet choices today could affect members of your family who have not even been born yet. A recent study suggests that, while changing your diet today can help your body recover, a poor diet over the course of several generations can forever alter the digestive tract of your descendants within three or four generations. This means your great-grandchildren can suffer negative effects from what you eat today. Results from a Stanford University School of Medicine study suggest low-fiber diets, like those commonly consumed in the United States and other industrial societies, can result in health problems that you can.... [Read More...]
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March 28, 2016
Our endocrine system comprises of a set of glands, and the hormones they produce that regulate many aspects of our existence, from sleep and sex to mood and metabolism. Probably, when you think about hormones, estrogen or testosterone are the first ones that come to mind. In fact, our body produces dozens of hormones that travel via our bloodstream and act as powerful chemical messengers telling our body what to do, and when to do it so that it can run smoothly and efficiently. Aside from our reproductive system, hormones play a role in our urinary, respiratory, cardiovascular, nervous, muscular, skeletal, immune,.... [Read More...]
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March 21, 2016
Hardly a week goes by without us learning about new research on the positive benefits of bacteria. Most of it is thanks to the Human Microbiome Project (HMP) that was launched in 2008. Now, almost a decade later, researchers are delving into the microbiomes of thousands of other organisms. One particular microbiome that’s getting attention right now is the plant microbiome. If you’ve read any of our previous blogs how probiotics have helped in the animal kingdom, you’ll understand the enormous influence that Indigo, a startup company in Cambridge, MA, may have on reshaping agriculture through the use of probiotics..... [Read More...]
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March 15, 2016
You often hear us say this – there are endless possibilities when it comes to cooking with yogurt and most recipes are really easy to prepare and incredibly delicious. However, if you’ve never cooked with it before, you don’t want to rush into it. Consider reading what we wrote in our previous blog when it comes to cooking with Yogurt. There are definitely a few things to bear in mind as you’re making it. Obviously, since yogurt is a cultured product, you want to make sure you have all the ingredients, like Natren’s Yogurt Starter before you make your first.... [Read More...]
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March 09, 2016
Natural cycles, known as circadian rhythms, control the sleep/wake patterns of all organisms. These cycles tell some animals to become sleepy as the sun goes down just as circadian rhythms tell creatures of the night to wake up. They also affect other bodily functions, such as appetite and metabolism. Humans sometimes override their body clocks so that they can work night shifts, fly across time zones in airplanes and stay up late to study or play. This control over circadian rhythms comes at a price, however, as those who try to overcome the natural sleep/wake cycles are more vulnerable to.... [Read More...]
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February 15, 2016
Even small infections would prove fatal if we lose the effectiveness of antibiotics – and it very much looks like that is happening. Doctors administer antibiotics to treat serious bacterial infections. At the beginning of the 20th century, pneumonia, tuberculosis and diarrhea were the top three leading causes of death. Now at the beginning of the 21st century, very few people living in developed countries die from these diseases, thanks in large part to the use of antibiotics. Many bacteria are becoming increasingly resistant to antibiotics today, however, and the problem seems to be growing worse. About Antibiotics and Bacteria.... [Read More...]
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February 08, 2016
If you’re like many, the last thing you want to do is get out of bed when it’s cold outside. If you live in a colder climate, you more than likely dread winter. And, doesn’t it seem like the winter months last longer than the warmer months? So, how on earth could there possibly be any benefit to the cold weather? But what if we told you that the cold weather may help you shed a few pounds, would you be surprised? Well wait before you pack up house and move to the other side of the country, there’s still.... [Read More...]
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February 01, 2016
You believe that you’re doing everything possible to live a healthy life style. You eat right. You exercise and you think your health is in great shape. What’s the last thing you’d consider to derail all that? Would you believe snoring? Snoring occurs while you’re asleep and your throat muscles relax, your tongue falls backwards and your throat becomes narrow. As you breathe in and out, your throat walls begin to vibrate. The narrower your throat becomes, the greater the vibration, and the louder the snore. A more serious complication of snoring is sleep apnea where the throat will completely.... [Read More...]
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January 25, 2016
With all its delicious decadence, the holiday season can be tough on the body. Hearty celebrations, rich food and the occasional libation are especially challenging for the liver, which is responsible for removing toxins from the body. After the holiday binge, New Years is the perfect time to make a fresh start. While it may be tempting to try a harsh cleanse or an aggressive diet, these approaches can be shocking to the system. Fortunately, there is a safer way to cleanse the system and improve the health of the liver, using our good friends: Probiotic Bacteria. Probiotics are live.... [Read More...]
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