Vitamin D- deficiency and constipation Are you wondering how vitamin D deficiency can lead to constipation? How could a vitamin that functions in bone health and calcium absorption cause constipation? We are trying to identify different areas that can contribute to constipation. After gastric sleeve and gastric bypass surgery. For some, increasing fiber fluids intake[Read More]

Constipation & bacterial overgrowth after gastric sleeve & bypass Having constipation after gastric sleeve & bypass surgery? Do you wonder why? In this episode, we discuss small intestinal bacterial overgrowth(SIBO) the main reason behind constipation after gastric bypass and gastric sleeve surgeries. Is SIBO the main reason behind constipation? Sounds like something new? Let’s uncover[Read More]

Constipation improves with a surprising starch In this episode we discuss a starch that influences intestinal motility. Improving constipation. Starch for constipation? Sounds strange I’m sure, but let’s uncover this viable option for all constipation sufferers. First off, constipation after gastric sleeve or gastric bypass surgery is common. Many will begin this battle only after[Read More]

Constipation…beyond fiber, fluids and movement In this episode we discuss the embarrassing conversation of CONSTIPATION!! Exploring solutions beyond fiber, fluids and movement. Constipation may be a completely new experience for some. Never having issues with constipation prior to gastric sleeve & bypass. Where others found stability or improvement. Let's face it, constipation isn't just a[Read More]

The seven causes of cravings #7 Cravings can be a sign that your body is out of balance. When you are struggling with cravings for sugar, carbs, salty, crunchy foods you may want to think about poor sleep. Poor sleep habits In the world of technology, you can easily get lost scrolling for hours derailing[Read More]

The seven causes of cravings #6 Cravings can be a sign that your body is out of balance. When you are struggling with cravings for sugar, carbs, salty, crunchy foods you may want to think about unbalanced hormones. Unbalanced hormones Ghrelin and leptin are frequently referred to for appetite regulation. Although valuable information, exploring neurotransmitters[Read More]

The seven causes of cravings #5 Cravings can be a sign that your body is out of balance. When struggling with cravings for sugar, carbs, salty, crunchy foods you may want to think about the amount of artificial sweeteners you use. Artificial sweetener use Although I don’t believe in perfection. If struggling with cravings and[Read More]

The seven causes of cravings, part 4 gut imbalance Cravings can be a sign that your body is out of balance. When you are struggling with cravings for sugar, carbs, salty, crunchy foods you may want to think about a gut imbalance. Gut imbalance We naturally have trillions of good and bad bacteria residing in[Read More]

The seven causes of cravings, part 3 whole real foods Cravings can be a sign that your body is out of balance. When you are struggling with cravings for sugar, carbs, salty, crunchy foods you may want to think about inadequate nutrient dense food. Inadequate nutrient dense food First off, this is where food choices[Read More]

The seven causes of cravings #2 – Unbalanced Blood Sugar Cravings can be a sign that your body is out of balance. Therefore, when you are struggling with cravings for sugar, carbs, salty, crunchy foods you may want to think about unbalanced blood sugars. Unbalanced blood sugars Glucose is the primary sugar in the bloodstream. For[Read More]