What is lecithin? “Lecithin” is a generic term applied to any yellowish, fatty substance that naturally occurs in plant and animal tissues – “a mixture of phospholipids and oil.” It's chemically extracted from inexpensive sources like canola, eggs, milk, soy, and sunflowers and … [Read more...]
One Of The Worst Things to Consume For IBS Sufferers
Erythritol. You've probably seen it in food label ingredients and wondered what exactly it is...or you may not even known you're consuming it daily! What is it? Erythritol is a four-carbon sugar alcohol or polyol that contains about 60 percent to 80 percent of the sweetness of … [Read more...]
Slippery Elm Benefits (UC, Crohns, IBS, GERD and more!)
Ever heard of Slippery Elm? I take it whenever my stomach is inflamed, but it does more than just calm the stomach. Slippery elm is a tree, and the inner bark (not the whole bark) has been shown to treat a number of digestive issues. What makes it so great? It contains mucilage, … [Read more...]