Psyllium, PHGG, methylcellulose or inulin: fiber supplements compared
Not all fiber supplements do the same job. How psyllium, PHGG, methylcellulose, inulin and wheat dextrin compare for constipation, bloating and cholesterol.
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Straight answers about bloating, digestion and the gut after 40.
Lactose-free, A2, yogurt or plant milk: how the options compare
Regular, lactose-free, A2, yogurt or plant-based: a side-by-side look at what each option offers if dairy leaves you bloated, based on the studies.
Soluble corn fiber, polydextrose and other added fibers: a Q&A
High-fiber bars and drinks often get their fiber from isolated ingredients. Here's what those names mean and how well people tolerate them.
Soy vs. flaxseed for menopause: benefits and gut side effects
Soy and flaxseed are the best-known plant estrogens. Here's how they compare for hot flashes, what they do in your gut and who might...
Easy black bean soup, with simple steps for less gas
A cozy, budget-friendly black bean soup that works with dried or canned beans, plus the soaking, draining and portion tips that research supports.
How to check the study behind a clinically studied claim
A step-by-step way to find the research behind a supplement claim, and to tell whether it actually applies to the bottle in your hand.
How to use lactase pills so they actually work
Lactase supplements do work in studies, but timing, dose and hidden lactose decide whether they work for you. A step-by-step guide.
Iron pills, low iron and your gut: questions answered
Why iron pills upset the stomach, whether every-other-day dosing helps, and why low iron after 40 can lead your doctor to take a closer...
How to choose a probiotic: a 7-point checklist
Choosing a probiotic takes more than grabbing the biggest number. A 7-point checklist covering strains, dose, CFU claims, quality testing and realistic expectations.
What supplement claims really promise, and what they don't
Supports, promotes, clinically proven, natural, doctor formulated. A myth-by-myth look at the phrases on supplement bottles and what they mean.
Calcium supplements and your gut: a checklist for women over 45
Calcium supplements can bring constipation and bloating. This checklist covers whether you need one, which form to choose and how to take it more...
Big meal ahead? A before, during and after checklist
A practical checklist for cookouts, celebrations and long dinners, separating the habits with evidence behind them from the traditions that don't help.