Vitamin K isn’t a well-known vitamin, yet it plays a crucial role in the body. It is involved in the coagulation (or clotting) of blood which is needed to patch vascular injuries and prevent major bleeding. Its name comes from the German word “koagulation” which simply starts with the letter K. Vitamin K is routinely […]
Prebiotics, Probiotics, and Antibiotics
The human body is only about 10% human cells. The other 90% are microbial cells, most of which reside in the gut. Most microbes in the body are actually essential- they live in harmony with the body and help it survive. When an imbalance in microbial cultures occurs or infection gets a foothold, disease can […]
Probiotics: Their Role and Benefits in the Body
Bacterial cultures are most commonly known for causing infections and are generally disliked. Most cleaning products at the grocery store are likely to make more profit if their label reads, “kills 99.99% of bacteria.” But not all bacteria is created equal and some bacterial cultures are actually essential to maintaining good health and living a […]
