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HEALTH


PROBIOTIC FOODS are known as lactic acid- producing bacteria within the gut.


Grapefruit seed extract has been effective for throat infections and diarrhoea. Despite its potent efficacy, it may also kill off some friendly gut bacteria, therefore should be used with caution. Although it may be difficult to find, grapefruit seed extract may be available at your local health food shop.


Coconut oil The interest in coconut oil has grown in popularity in the last few years as nature’s multi-purpose superfood. Coconut oil has antimicrobial, antifungal (especially candida species), and anti-inflammatory actions. The medium-chain fatty acids, specifically lauric acid, derived from coconut oil, has shown to inhibit the growth of Clostridium difficile, the leading cause of hospital-acquired antibiotic- associated diarrhoea worldwide. Oil pulling is an ancient Ayurvedic


practice involving swishing a tablespoon of coconut oil in your mouth for 10-15 minutes. Research shows that 15 minutes of oil pulling has been as effective to remove oral bacteria and dental caries as the commonly


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prescribed drug chlorhexidine. Long- term use of chlorhexidine alters taste sensation and produces brown staining on the teeth. This multi-purpose superfood can


be taken orally or applied topically for wound healing and as an effective moisturiser. Ensure to choose organic, raw, and cold pressed coconut oil from your local health food store .


Probiotic foods Probiotic and fermented foods including yoghurt, saurkraut, kombucha, kimchi, kefir, and miso are known as lactic acid-producing bacteria within the gut. These foods consumed daily can assist in enhancing the immune system, improving gut health and digestion, enhancing the absorption of nutrients, decreasing symptoms of lactose intolerance, and reducing the prevalence of allergy in susceptible individuals. Lactic acid- producing bacteria have been shown to modify gut pH, produce antimicrobial compounds that bind to and destroy pathogens, and produce the enzyme lactase. Probiotics can correct


dysbiosis (balance between beneficial and pathogenic bacteria) within the gut, thereby boosting the immune system. Supplementation of probiotics is also available on the market, preferably refrigerated ones. l


Extensive references for this article are to be found at the bottom of the online version. Go to www.livingnow. com.au and search for the author name or a key word.


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Bec is a naturopath, nutritionist, herbalist, fitness instructor, writer, speaker and founder of ‘Bec to Nature Naturopathy’,


whose mission is to educate people on how to get back to the basics, by getting back to nature. She has a special interest in gut health, mental health and auto-immunity and her passion is to adopt food as medicine where she leaves her clients salivating for their next meal.


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