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I just testified before Congress on something HUGE—how our broken food system is fueling chronic disease and driving up healthcare costs. Most of what we call ‘food’ in America isn’t even real food, and it’s making us sick. Processed foods are the leading cause of skyrocketing chronic diseases, and we need real change now. I spoke to the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Health about how we can fix this—by focusing on better nutrition, regenerative agriculture, and shifting our healthcare system to treat the root causes of disease. We need to make food the foundation of healthcare to build a healthier future for all.

GI Health, Mood States & Regularity Happy to share a new review paper written by Cassandra Evans Carson & myself. At times anyone of us can or may experience gastrointestinal upset. For some, this GI upset and discomfort impacts feelings of well-being and affects mood states. Have you ever had an upset stomach and recognized that your mood was also altered? Did you make the "brain-gut connection"? Here, we look at how functional gastrointestinal issues & nutritional intake interplay. This review article focused a tad more on constipation/irregularity. So much data indicates that #QOL is negatively impacted when dealing with GI issues. Many foods & botanicals are used by society for GI issues. In fact, some GI medications, OTC ingredients & dietary supplements also use botanically sourced ingredients. There is an overlap. Read the Drug Facts, Nutrition Facts & Supplement Fact labels on GI products to visually see crossover ingredients. Is being regular (what is your Bristol Stool Score?) one goal & one solution for non-disease GI issues? In part, the answer can be yes, please read on: Abstract Functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) refer to a group of disorders with chronic symptoms, such as abdominal pain, dysphagia, dyspepsia, diarrhea, constipation, and bloating. Among these, functional #constipation significantly impacts the quality of life and is linked with comorbidities, such as anxiety & depression. The exact pathophysiology remains unclear despite the widespread occurrence. Research suggests that the gut-brain axis plays a role in FGIDs. Disruptions in the bidirectional communication between the brain and gastrointestinal (GI) tract contribute to GI symptoms & mood disturbances. The incomplete understanding of FGID pathophysiology has led to limited treatment options. Traditional treatments often focus on single symptoms & come with side effects, prompting the need for alternative approaches that address both GI & psychological components. Alternative approaches including herbal supplements offer a natural alternative to conventional medicine by promoting regularity and gut health. Abelmoschus esculentus L. or okra has a history of use in traditional medicine. Bioactive compounds such as polysaccharides & fibers found in okra offer gastroprotective benefits. Withania somnifera is a plant commonly referred to as ashwagandha. The plant root has been used for its health-promoting effects. Research supports the use of W. somnifera to help with stress & sleep. #Digexin is a herbal supplement combining W. somnifera (ashwagandha) and A. esculentus (okra). It has shown promise in improving both GI regularity & mood by modulating the gut-brain axis. Clinical studies support the potential of a novel herbal supplement that aids in the management of FGIDs. This narrative review looks at FGIDs, etiologies, current treatment, and possible therapeutic supplements to aid in symptom management. Let's discuss!

The novel herbal blend distributed by NXT-USA was shown in a recent study to support bowel regularity and improve quality of life. https://lnkd.in/eWnaq3nA #digestivehealth #nutritionaloutlook