The view that prolonged abstinence from lactose minimizes the ability to produce lactase and thus digest lactose was a common view until recently. However, recent research into lactase activity casts doubt on this doctrine and opens up new avenues in the treatment of lactose intolerance. What is it? I took a closer look. Eating lactose does not alter enzyme … [Read more...] about Does lactose avoidance change lactase activity?
Intestinal health
Dietary changes for food intolerances
Food intolerances can have a significant impact on everyday life. One of the tried and tested methods for alleviating symptoms and determining individual food tolerance is a change in diet in the form of the 3-phase program. However, there are new aspects to consider. The 3-phase program The 3-phase program has been recommended for many years and is a standard procedure in … [Read more...] about Dietary changes for food intolerances
Intestinal flora, dysbiosis and microbiome
In this post I try to explain the microbiome and the microbiota. I try to show what it is and why the gut microbiome is important for us. Does it make sense to test and build up your intestinal flora? At the end I describe how you can positively influence the intestinal microbiome, the so-called intestinal flora, in order to avoid dysbiosis. Without dietary supplements, … [Read more...] about Intestinal flora, dysbiosis and microbiome
Leaky gut syndrome: what is it?
We first reported on leaky gut syndrome here on the nmi portal at the end of 2016. In internet forums and Facebook groups as well as on pseudo-medical sites, this "diagnosis" suddenly popped up again and again. The gut would be damaged by our food and our lifestyle, would have holes and would therefore be leaky. This would allow food components, toxins and bacteria to enter the … [Read more...] about Leaky gut syndrome: what is it?
