by Carolina Healthspan Institute | Oct 18, 2019 | Education For Professionals, Health Blogs
In order to understand what Leaky Gut is, we have to review the anatomy of the digestive tract. The intestinal lining is very thing, with special cells that are held tightly together in order to properly digest food, absorb micronutrients, and filter out toxins and...
by Carolina Healthspan Institute | Oct 7, 2019 | Health Blogs
With a focus on enhancing, preserving and maintaining health, and preventing illness, a health coach understands the emotional, physical, behavioral, nutritional and lifestyle factors that are needed to enhance overall health and well-being. Other benefits of working...
by Carolina Healthspan Institute | Oct 2, 2019 | Health Blogs
There are thousands of different types of both “good” and “bad” bacteria that populate the microbiome (gut). We need both to exist in balance to help prevent overgrowth of bad bacteria that can harm your health. Gut and gut microbes play an...
by Carolina Healthspan Institute | Sep 23, 2019 | Health Blogs
Article Credit: The Institute For Functional Medicine Healthy Aging all starts with staying active. The Institute of Functional Medicine knows “The Power of Movement,” and we wanted to share even more tips to help you stay active that you may not have...
by Carolina Healthspan Institute | Sep 18, 2019 | Health Blogs
The number of Americans ages 65 and older is projected to nearly double from 52 million in 2018 to 95 million by 2060. 26% of men and 18% of women 65+ will still be in the workforce. Are you ready? 1) Live An Active Life The key is to stay active, so do something you...
by Carolina Healthspan Institute | Aug 30, 2019 | Health Blogs
As a culture we are raised on bread. You go out to eat and they bring you free bread to the table. Every meal we have a tendency to gravitate towards the bagels, the biscuits, the sandwiches, or the rolls to feel like we have eaten a substantial meal and feel full....