Carbohydrates are an essential macronutrient that, along with fat and protein, keep our bodies functioning optimally. Once digested, carbohydrates are turned into glucose, or blood sugar, which the body uses for energy. But the energy
Read more >>We know that this time of the year, there are plenty of “bugs” going around… And since you’re a loyal member of the Stonehenge Health community, you already know — one of the best ways to stay healthy is to: Keep your gut healthy. Now,...
Read more >>Fad diets may work in the short-term, but only if you work really hard at it. In the end, it’s usually impossible to stay on a prescribed diet forever, and the minute you go off and go back to your former eating habits, the weight comes right...
Read more >>Did you know that the average person will put on anywhere from 2-3 pounds of fat every holiday season? (1) Now, you might just assume this is due to holiday treats that bust your diet, or to being stuck indoors… And sure, that’s definitely a part...
Read more >>Up to 20 percent of Americans have symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome or IBS. In some cases, the symptoms are minor, but in others, they border on debilitating. Symptoms of IBS include abdominal pain, bloating and gas, cramping, constipation, and...
Read more >>If there’s one thing we LOVE about this time of year… It’s the smell of freshly baked foods coming from ovens and stovetops all across the country. We’re talking about all sorts of ingredients, too — delicious fruits, veggies, and more…...
Read more >>If there’s one excellent thing you can do for better health this week, it’s reducing your sugar intake. The average American consumes 19.5 teaspoons, or 82 grams, of sugar each day, according to the University of California San Francisco....
Read more >>The microbiome in your gut is a community of billions of good bacteria and other organisms that help aid digestion, and your microbiome also plays a role in numerous body and brain functions. You’ve heard of probiotics, which are live...
Read more >>I hope you’re ready to have an amazing season ahead! Maybe you’re excited about checking things off a long to-do list… Or you’re ready for some fun to put a smile on your face… Well, I want to help make sure you’re at ease on the inside,...
Read more >>If you’re anything like me, then I know you enjoy indulging a bit from time to time. It’s an urge that strikes everyone — because we all need to take some time to have fun with our food on occasion… As long as it’s in moderation! After...
Read more >>Indigestion isn’t a disease, but rather a collection of symptoms that occur after you eat. Indigestion can be an indication of a larger problem and may include nausea, heartburn, abdominal pain, gas or bloating. It can make your life miserable,...
Read more >>You may be hearing murmurs here and there about leaky gut syndrome, and the name probably made you cringe a little. A newly identified condition that hasn’t quite broken into the mainstream, leaky gut syndrome may be at the heart of a number of...
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