Chronic fatigue syndrome affects millions of Australians. The etiology of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), and systemic exertion intolerance disease (SEID), remains a mystery...
Antibiotic therapy has proven to be insufficient against AR strains, and botanical therapy offers promising solutions to combat these multi-drug resistant bacteria. ...
Practitioners often ask themselves, "Should I order GI testing on this patient, or not?" Evaluating gut health in patients who don’t present with gastrointestinal symptoms is always important...
GI-MAP Test gives practitioners to determine how gut health strengthens immunity. It’s naturopathic medicine 101 that our gut immunity shapes our overall immune response....
Researchers demonstrate the significant effects of high-protein, calorie-restricted diet to the gut microbiome's composition...
Researchers demonstrate the significant effects of probiotics in reducing body weight of children, adolescents, and adults with obesity....
Researchers study the role of the gut microbiome in the development of a strong immune system....
What are postbiotics? How are they formed? What are the benefits of having postbiotics inside our gut?...
Researchers demonstrate the significant effects of the supplementation of lactobacilli, arabinogalactan and colostrum to the overall gut immune health...
Calprotectin quantification, during an intestinal inflammation, can be used to measure the level of neutrophils present in the GI tract....
The world of botanical medicine offers promising potential in the fight against bacteria with antibiotic resistance....
Illustrative case histories demonstrate the value of the GI-MAP test for the diagnosis and development of protocols...
Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation is seen as essential pre-pregnancy and during pregnancy...
Varying ratios of omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA have different therapeutic benefits for patients with cognitive or inflammatory conditions....
Essential fatty acids shown to lower blood pressure; researchers demonstrate benefits of fish oil supplementation for hypertension....
Research study demonstrates the benefits of fish oil supplementation in lowering the risks of cardiovascular diseases...
Review demonstrates probiotics and fish oil during pregnancy and infancy reduce the risk of atopic disease...
Fish oil supplementation is essential for cardiovascular health. This review demonstrates fish oil's impact on heart rate...
Research suggest that hyperinsulinemia can be causally linked to metabolic dysfunctions not associated with blood sugar hormones...
Berberine is a plant compound shown to be an effective treatment for insulin-related health issues....
Skin problems may be indicative of internal medical conditions associated with insulin....
Beneficial effects of curcumin on inflammatory markers and lipid profiles of patients with diabetes...
New review demonstrates the health benefits of resistant starch in patients with type 2 diabetes....
Collagen supplementation to relieve and improve osteoarthritis symptoms has been demonstrated In a published review...
MSM is an organosulfur compound with broad biological effects, for immune system health, digestive health and reduction of inflammation...
This inability to properly digest and break down protein and absorb nutrients is known as malabsorption syndrome. If proteins are not broken down or digested properly and toxins are not eliminated, it becomes very difficult to achieve optimal health....
A study investigates the health benefits of arabionogalactan compound in supporting the immune system function and maintaining a healthy gut biome....
Vitamin E is a complex nutrient with 8 sub-fractions including tocotrienols that has been shown to have cholesterol and triglyceride reducing properties....
Several lesser-known symptoms, such as anxiety and "hyper-excitability", are now being connected as odd repercussions of low magnesium....
The incidence of metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance conditions continue to rise dramatically…...
Inulin, not to be confused with the hormone Insulin, is a naturally occurring fibre which may contain several health-beneficial properties make it attractive for inclusion in a variety of foods....
Dietary fibre appears to have been left behind by the carb-versus-fat wars. What if people focused on their fibre intake too?...
Study demonstrates vitamin D improves heart function and lowers oxidative stress...
The association between macronutrients and their correlation with overall mortality and cardiovascular disease is controversial....
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) has potential as a preventative and therapeutic agent in many common optical health conditions....
CoQ10 is a fat-soluble compound required for energy generation and mitochondrial health...
Collagen peptides should also be considered. for improving body composition and preserving lean tissue mass...
New study in Nature journal demonstrates Lactobacillus supplementation reduces asthma severity in children...
Having a healthy gut is commonly understood as an important condition for overall health. Science has shown there are both physiological and mental health benefits for having the right microbiome or gut balance. ...
Often a result of ingesting contaminated food & beverage, although could be due to more serious infection. It is important to diagnose and treat appropriately to restore gastrointestinal health....
Dr Oscar Coetzee talks about his 20-years of clinic practice, his interest in metabolic syndrome and thoughts about GI-Map Testing....
Research demonstrates the interrelationships between vitamin D and other nutrients – including magnesium...
An inflammatory bowel disease and autoimmune condition which can lead to inflamed and ulcerated lower gastrointestinal tract....
Abdominal pain and diarrhoea, due to ulcers and open sores which is commonly known as inflammatory bowel disease can be due to many factors....
A gastrointestinal disorder such as IBS can be painful and debilitating and quite often difficult to diagnose. Symptoms can include constipation, diarrhea, bloating....
There are many factors which could lead to bacterial in-balances in the human microbiome, which left unchecked, could lead to the growth of parasites and gut infections. ...
With increasing scientific research, the understanding of Fungi within the human microbiome continues to evolve. The role of pathogenic and common and necessary fungi and bacteria is important for balancing overall health....
GI-MAP tests patient microbiome from a single stool sample, with focus on microbes disturbing normal microbial balance...
This can be due to several factors, including lifestyle, food allergies, joint tissue or other more chronic issues, and needs to be diagnosed for proper treatment to provide an anti-inflammatory response....
With the increasing levels of potential exposure to harmful pollutants and contaminants, the role of antioxidants to help neutralize these damaging free radicals is increasingly important....