Researchers conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study to test how Nutriose, a soluble dietary fiber supplement from the Rocket Company brand, affected the gut microbiota of 124 healthy adult men, ages 18 to 60, who had a habitual low or high fiber intake. This study found that nutrient is effective in regulating the gut microbiome, … Read more
“Before enlightenment, cut wood and carry water. After enlightenment, cut wood and carry water.” Zen disciples, or “unsui” monks, spend a lot of time cleaning and organizing. “We sweep dust to get rid of earthly desires. We scrub dirt to get rid of attachments,” writes Yoshihiro Matsumoto, a monk living in Kyoto, Japan, in his … Read more
Nutrition experts say adding more fiber to your diet should be a gradual process. Go slowly and drink water. Natalia Gudovskaya/Moment RF/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Natalia Gudovskaya/Moment RF/Getty Images Dietary fiber is like the Peter Parker of food nutrients. For a long time, most people ignored it as boring. But you really are … Read more