Probiotic Chewing Gum with Lactobacillus Improves Morning Breath

4 Comments / Dietary Supplements, Health News / Dr. Jarret Morrow

Just when you thought you’ve heard of everything, researchers from the University of Copenhagen published the results of a study on the effects of probiotic chewing gum (containing lactobacillus reuteri) on morning breath. Morning breath is basically a euphemism for bad breath or as it’s known clinically, halitosis. Typically, halitosis is worse in the morning […]

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Natural Remedies For the Common Cold

15 Comments / Dietary Supplements, General Health, Nutrition, Research Studies / Dr. Jarret Morrow

For those of us in colder climates, many of us have already battled the common cold this season. Though generally not a serious illness for those who’re otherwise healthy, the common cold can be a nuisance. Keep reading to find out some natural cold remedies that have been evaluated in randomized controlled trials. What Are

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Do Probiotics Prevent Upper Respiratory Tract Infections?

1 Comment / Athletic Performance, Cardio Performance, Dietary Supplements, General Health, Nutrition / Dr. Jarret Morrow

As a former competitive athlete (in the sports of cycling and winter biathlon), I know that there’s nothing more frustrating than an interruption in your off-season training schedule from getting sick. With all of the buzz surrounding probiotics, do they actually work to prevent upper respiratory tract infections in athletes (URTI’s)? To answer that question,

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Probiotics Improve Bowel Function in Elderly

4 Comments / Anti-Aging Tips, Dietary Supplements, General Health, Nutrition, Research Studies / Dr. Jarret Morrow

Elderly patients who are hospitalized for various reasons are often prone to developing bowel problems. Most commonly, they have problems with constipation, but diarrhea is another common complaint. We all know that bowel problem are almost the furthest thing from glamorous in our society, but they still have a huge impact on our day-to-day well-being.

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Why Use Probiotics?

6 Comments / Dietary Supplements, Research Studies / Dr. Jarret Morrow

Though it may surprise some of you, our bacteria actually outnumber our human cells by a factor of 10 to 1. These bacteria play an important role in the function of the human body–particularly involved with metabolism and nutrition. Most probiotics contain various strains and species of bacteria–though there are some exceptions including certain types

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Do Probiotics Help with Anxiety and Depression?

10 Comments / Dietary Supplements, General Health, Research Studies, Uncategorized / Dr. Jarret Morrow

Probiotics have several potential health benefits including relieving symptoms of anxiety and depression in patients with chronic fatigue syndrome. Probiotics may also help prevent traveler’s diarrhea.

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