Created through the fermentation of sugars, yeast and starch, alcohol is one of the most commonly consumed drugs. Unlike many other substances, alcohol is legal and socially accepted by much of the population. While moderate alcohol consumption—no more than 3 drinks...
Addiction is a disease with many causes, symptoms, and treatment options. However, the words we use to describe a person with the disease can not only minimize but dismiss an individual’s struggle entirely, creating a dangerous stigma. Why Are Addiction Labels...
Terms like “gut-brain connection,” “good gut bacteria,” and “gut microbiome” have become household terms, and for good reason. It’s been discovered that our gut health is not only largely responsible for our overall health, but that an unhealthy gut can have serious...
Upset stomach? Addiction might be to blame. Your “gut” –– the group of organs that make up your digestive tract––is one of the most complex systems in your body. The gut is so complex that many people refer to the gut as the body’s “second brain.” As you can imagine,...
We’re all aware of the importance and benefits of consuming a balanced diet, but, for those who are experiencing alcoholism, the lack of a healthy diet combined with the inability of the body to retain nutrients can lead to serious deficiencies. This is why nutrition...
Research into the management and prevention of mental illness has resulted in the formation of the field of nutritional psychiatry. Due to the numerous studies supporting the link between a healthy diet and a healthy mind, nutritional therapy is being included by some...
