Last Updated:July 21, 2025, 17:25 IST When you are dehydrated and when your water intake is less than the adequate level, a range of gut-related issues can emerge. Dehydration disrupts gut microbiome balance, leading to digestive issues. Water plays a vital role in nearly every physiological process, and gut health is no exception. From digestion…
Last Updated:July 19, 2025, 14:06 IST Your gut health influences digestion, mood, and immunity. An expert shares how you can build a self-care routine where you can prioritize your gut health. Regular exercise, gut-friendly food, and stress management benefit gut health. Most people think of self-care as something external: skin routines, workouts, or digital detoxes….
According to Dr. Saurabh Sethi, incorporating specific nuts at optimal times can significantly boost health. Almonds in the morning enhance metabolic health and mental clarity, while mid-morning pine nuts aid in appetite control. Cashews at lunchtime boost immunity and energy. Pistachios in the afternoon prevent energy slumps, and evening walnuts promote better sleep. Eating nuts…
Dr. Eric Berg highlights that pot bellies in India are often linked to diets high in refined sugars and starches, which feed harmful gut microbes, leading to bloating and SIBO. He suggests eliminating these sugars and starches, incorporating fiber-rich vegetables, and adopting lifestyle changes like regular exercise and stress management to improve digestion and reduce…
Last Updated:July 11, 2025, 19:19 IST Chia seeds, packed with fibre and nutrients, offer a natural and effective way to relieve constipation and support better digestive health. Chia seeds support gut health and good bacteria growth. (Photo: Shutterstock) Let’s face it, constipation is no fun. It’s uncomfortable, frustrating and something most of us deal with…
Food can be fuel and medicine. When it comes to gut health, what you eat has a significant impact on your gut health. Studies have consistently pointed out that ‘You are what you eat’. According to Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a California-based gastroenterologist and liver specialist, trained at Harvard and Stanford, some everyday foods that we…
Last Updated:July 07, 2025, 18:16 IST Your gut is home to a major part of your immune system. Regularly consuming highly processed, low-fiber foods may contribute to inflammation and weaken your digestive defenses. Eating mindfully and prioritizing whole, minimally processed foods can help support your gut health. Your morning toast or chapati might be influencing…
Gut health for women is often called their second brain, and for a reason that will surprise you. The gut isn’t just there to digest food; it regulates mood, hormones, immunity, and stress response, and that is why it is called the second brain, our bodies are more hormonally dynamic and sensitive to gut imbalances….
Harvard-trained gastroenterologist Dr. Saurabh Sethi highlights common habits silently harming gut health. Eating too fast triggers bloating, while artificial sweeteners disrupt the gut microbiome. Skipping meals leads to insulin spikes, and sleep deprivation weakens the gut lining. Excessive painkiller use damages the digestive tract. Dr. At a time when we are constantly bombarded by food…
Last Updated:June 28, 2025, 11:17 IST From naturally cooling your system to supporting digestion, sabja seeds have a lot to offer. Especially in this season, basil seeds can truly be a game-changer for your body. (AI Generated Image) Sabja seeds, also known as basil seeds, have long been used in cooking and Ayurveda. Their benefits,…
