by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Sep 1, 2023 | Herbal Medicine
Deglycyrrhizinated licorice, often abbreviated as DGL, is an herb that I often use with patients in my naturopathic medical practice. DGL is a form of licorice root extract that has most of the glycyrrhizin compound removed. This makes DGL a safer option as...
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Aug 25, 2023 | Herbal Medicine, Uncategorized
Slippery elm (Ulmus rubra) is an herbal remedy that has been used for centuries in traditional medicine, particularly by Native American tribes. It is known for its ability to support gut health in a variety of ways. Here are some of the mechanisms through which...
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Aug 23, 2023 | Probiotics
Spore-based probiotics are a specific type of probiotic supplement that contains bacterial strains in their spore form. These strains are typically from the Bacillus family, such as Bacillus coagulans, Bacillus clausii, and Bacillus subtilis. This differs from...
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Aug 18, 2023 | Gastrointestinal Conditions
Leaky gut syndrome, also known as intestinal permeability, is a term used to describe a condition where the inner lining of the intestinal tract becomes more permeable or “leaky” than normal. In a healthy gut, the lining of the intestines acts as a...
by drkatienuckollsgmailcom | Jun 30, 2023 | Uncategorized
Many people seek out my clinic wondering if their intestinal symptoms are related to food allergies. They want to know if they should be avoiding certain foods to improve their health or help treat certain diseases. Food allergies and food intolerances can be a...
