Digestive fire is a term used to describe the ability of our body to produce sufficient enzymes, stomach acid, and bile to break down our food and absorb nutrients. Our ability to properly digest our food can easily be disrupted, but there are many ways you can support healthy digestion to relieve symptoms and restore nutrient absorption.

Acid reflux is a painful and aggravating condition experienced by millions of people every year. The medications most often prescribed (Proton Pump Inhibitors or PPIs) are associated with a wide range of serious health conditions. Before deciding to take these medicines, you should know how they work, the damage they can cause, and which natural alternatives can be used to safely treat reflux.

Many of us grew up thinking that fat is bad for us and that eating fat makes us fat and causes heart disease. But the truth is, the right fats can help us: Feel more satiated, lower risk of heart disease, improve nutrient absorption, and even burn fat and lose weight. But all fats are NOT created equal! Read on to learn which fats are good for you, and which aren’t.