Nitro Athletics Melbourne is a new team-based competition that will see stars of Australian and international athletics including Usain Bolt, compete across three nights at Melbourne’s Lakeside Stadium in February 2017.
Which foods are best for improving and maintaining gut health?
Increasing intake of fermented foods and reducing intake of fatty, processed take away foods, sugar sweetened beverages and alcohol can significantly contribute to improving gut health.
Are different types of probiotics good for different conditions?
Different types of gut bacteria are involved in different mechanisms of health. For instance, Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium improved the score in a common cognitive test in Alzheimer's patients.
What happens when our bacteria are damaged or out of balance?
When our gut bacteria are damaged, or we reduce the mix of different types of bacteria, a negative impact on our health is likely. Studies have indicated widespread health impacts including hormonal changes and increased bowel cancer risk.
What are probiotics and why are they important for gut health?
Probiotics are the healthy bacteria that are found in our gut, helping to encourage better health, and avoiding development of a number of conditions.
