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There is a lot of hoopla out about probiotics and prebiotics.  We know they’re in yogurt.  There’s even a brand of yogurt that actively touts their probiotics (Activia).  So what’s the deal, why are probiotics so important?  And what the heck is a prebiotic?  How are they related? Probiotics (meaning “for life”) are the opposite of antibiotics (“against life”).  Our gut is naturally supposed to have a variety of Lactobacillus bacteria in it.  These good bacteria help with a myriad of things, from immune health to digestive health.  They also help with urogenital health. “Prebiotics are non-digestible food ingredients that stimulate the growth and/or activity of bacteriaRead More →

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July is well upon us.  Where did the time go?  My first half of the year goal was accomplished, holiday has been celebrated, now it’s time to set a new goal. My first half goal was my half marathon.  I did complete it, beating my goal time by 3 minutes, and finishing with my daughter, which made me so happy and as she started running with me I totally didn’t care anymore about my time.  Running with her, and seeing her sense of wonder as we crossed the finish line, was so cool and something I want to do with her over and over again.Read More →