March is National Sleep Awareness Month. We wanted to take the opportunity to talk about some important things that you may not know about sleep.
Three Potential Dangers of Lack of Sleep
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Month: March 2021
Prebiotics and Probiotics
It has been said that a healthy gut means a healthy you. Nearly 70 percent of your immune system is housed in your digestive system. All food is ultimately broken down in the gut to a simple form that can enter the bloodstream and be delivered as nutrients throughout our bodies. This is only possible with a healthy digestive system. A healthy gut contains healthy bacteria and immune cells that ward off infectious agents like bacteria, viruses, and fungi. A healthy gut also communicates with the brain through nerves and hormones, which helps maintain general health and well-being.
Medication Monday: Prilosec
Prilosec belongs to a class of acid-suppressing drugs and antacids. It treats stomach and esophagus problems like acid reflux and ulcers – symptoms of which can include frequent heartburn (defined as two or more times a week), difficulty swallowing and persistent cough – by reducing the amount of excess acids produced by the stomach.
Fight Liver Disease Month
March is Help Fight Liver Disease Month, and it’s a movement that focuses on the
important role that the liver plays in your total health.