Dr. Jody Garlick, RDN, LDN

People often think of vitamin C supplements and hand sanitizer when cold and flu season arrives. Did you know that there might be a more powerful approach for boosting the immune system that doesn’t involve supplements, but is all about your gut? The Gut-Immunity Connection You might be surprised to hear that about 70% of your immune system is found in your digestive tract. If you think about it, everything you eat and drink passes through this tube, and therefore, it plays an important...

When you picture Thanksgiving, what comes to mind? Do you see all of your favorite foods that you haven’t had since last year, and can you smell the turkey already cooking in the oven? Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday filled with incredible food and socializing, but if you have IBS or other chronic gut issues, that beautiful image comes with a side of dread. There are many strategies that are helpful, so you don’t have to choose between enjoying the feast and feeling good. Here are...

As we transition into spring, this is the perfect time to start thinking about adding more seasonal leafy greens to our diet. Although...