Mduduzi Xakaza, PhD’s Post

The food we eat is one of the most important factors influencing the bacteria that live in our gut. Partially digested food, drugs, supplements and anything else we consume reach our gut and feed the bacteria living in there. The best diet for gut bacteria is thus a diverse one that includes a range of different foods. Some species of bacteria prefer certain foods over others, so we can influence the bacteria that live in our gut with the food we eat. As an example, if you only ate bananas all day, every day, you’d end up with a gut full of banana-loving bacteria! 🍌🍌🍌 #thegutpeople #guthealth #gutmicrobiome #probiotics #postbiotics

Is the sodium content on food labels too easy to overlook? While nutrition facts are there, it’s often hard to grasp how much salt you’re really consuming. We’re calling on the Government of India to introduce a clear symbol on packaged foods to make high-sodium products easier to spot. Let’s simplify sodium awareness for all. Sign the petition today! #SaltSatyagraha #KnowYourSodium #HealthierChoices #SignThePetition #FoodLabeling

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✅ Luo Han Guo is rich in mogroside,which is 300 times sweeter than sucrose. ① It has a blood sugar-lowering effect and can be used to assist in the treatment of diabetes. ② It is rich in vitamin C, which has anti-aging, anti-cancer and skin beautifying effects. ③ It has the effect of reducing blood sugar. ④ It has blood lipid and weight loss effects, can assist in the treatment of hyperlipidemia and improve the image of obese people. ⑤ It can be widely used in nutritional health products, infant food, puffed food, seasonings, food for middle-aged and elderly people, solid beverages, pastries, cold food, convenience food, instant food, etc. #MonkFruitSweetener #MonkFruitBlend #Mogroside #ArhatFruitExtract #MomordicaGlycosides #QidaBiotech #Food #Healthy

It is disappointing to see people in health care routinely recommending supplements before asking about what people normally eat and advising how they can get those nutrients from food. Whether it's protein, iron or magnesium or fiber... let's talk about FOOD FIRST. Yes, there certainly are cases where food sources may not be sufficient sources of the amount needed or someone may not be able to eat certain foods. But shouldn't we start by asking questions about someone's typical diet? Shouldn't we at least have them try to get nutrients from food? #FoodFirst

Ok - this might ruffle some feathers but hear me out: Does organic/healthy food cost more? Yes, unfortunately (don’t ask me how naturally grown food, with less chemicals and processing costs MORE but that’s a topic for another day). Do vitamins and supplements cost more than most prescriptions? Yes, again unfortunately it’s true - but we won’t get into how big pharma really makes their $ But consider this - you could pay a little more today for better food/nutrition and have a healthier body over the course of your entire life OR you can pay less today and then deal with the poor health the rest of your life. I heard the other day “Hard decisions today make for an easier tomorrow, while easier decisions today make for a harder tomorrow.” Which do you choose? #healthandwellness #balanceiskey #eatrealfood #gutglow

Ready to embrace the benefits of vitamin C? Here are three ways to pack more of this powerful nutrient into your diet, or that of a senior family member. 1. Incorporate foods high in vitamin C, like leafy greens, tomatoes, broccoli, Brussel sprouts, bell peppers, berries, and of course, citrus fruits. 2. Look for foods and beverages fortified in vitamin C to up your or your loved one’s intake. 3. Still not getting enough? Talk to a healthcare provider about adding a vitamin C supplement to a balanced diet. Give us a shout and let’s work together to see how you or your special senior can make the most of this powerful nutrient! https://lnkd.in/g39eQ7is Seniors Helping Seniors® solely provides non-medical care.

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