Billions of beneficial bacteria comprise a healthy intestinal flora. Many factors affect these bacteria with intestinal health benefiting from a probiotic supplement.

Dec 16, 2008 - Melissa Peterson

The human digestive system is strife with different kinds of friendly and non-friendly bacteria.

Mar 16, 2010 - Natalay Goldstein

A healthy digestive tract is fundamental to the overall health of the body. Let's take a look at the key role beneficial bacteria play in maintaining a healthy gut.

Feb 26, 2010 - Chyrise Thomas

Obsession with cleanliness has cleared out intestinal parasites that tamed the immune response; hence the rise in autoimmune disorders like Crohn's disease.

Aug 20, 2010 - Mary Desaulniers

The Vatican announced support for research into adult stem cells from intestines as an alternative to controversial embryonic stem cells to cure diseases.

Apr 23, 2010 - Aimee Larsen Stoddard

The full Latin name for Acidophilus is Lactobacillus acidophilus, which means acid loving bacteria, or bacteria that thrive in acidic conditions.

Nov 27, 2007 - Darshana Vaishnav

The benefits of tea have been recognized around the globe for centuries. Tea can also have more flavor than coffee - and it can be less expensive and healthier.

Feb 22, 2009 - Jared Plotkin

When most people think of nuts, they think of weight gain. In reality they are nutrient dense. This article will discuss some of their health benefits.

Jun 6, 2007 - Cyrus Dehkan

Neutering a male dog will provide for a healthier and better behaved companion. Read on to find out how neutering can prove beneficial to the male dog.

Apr 24, 2009 - Lorie Huston

Probiotics have been making waves in the nutritional community for ages, but only recently has kefir been found to have an abundance of nutritional and healing benefits.

Aug 29, 2007 - Trevor Ellestad

Triphala, an Ayurvedic herb, has many major health benefits for preventing aging, cancer, weight loss, digestive problems and more.

Nov 19, 2010 - Anne Dubois

For over 5000 years, ginger has been used for its medicinal and healing properties. Incorporate this spicy rhizome in your daily diet and keep diseases at bay.

Aug 25, 2009 - Snigdha Taduri

Fenugreek's name comes from "foenum-graecum" meaning Greek Hay, the plant used in times gone by to scent inferior hay.

Sep 29, 2010 - Anne Dubois

The health benefits of peppermint are numerous. Peppermint is an effective herbal treatment for indigestion, headaches, nausea, gas and indigestion.

May 21, 2010 - Krista Tannahill

Ginger is a pungent and warming herb that has health benefits for those suffering from nausea, morning sickness, indigestion, cramps, diarrhea and gas.

May 21, 2010 - Krista Tannahill

Rosemary promotes circulation and thus can improve health problems such as Alzheimer's disease, eczema, rheumatic disorders, and yeast infections.

May 10, 2010 - Elisheva Weyers

Coconut water is a natural isotonic beverage filled with immune boosting vitamins and nutrients. This healthy electrolyte drink has potassium, calcium, and magnesium.

Jun 8, 2009 - Tiana Crump

Lemons are natural remedies against infections, digestive and cardiovascular problems and stress-related conditions.

Mar 25, 2010 - Iulia Filip

Coffee can be used to prevent diseases such as type II diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and neurological degenerative diseases.

Sep 24, 2009 - Diane Ursu

The carrot is widely known as a vegetable that is easy to grow, delicious and highly nutritious. It is a health booster and tonic, with a number of benefits.

Jul 2, 2009 - Nita Mukherjee