🗞️ Probiotics Safety: Latest Update

Update on Probiotic Safety 👇

Most people assume that if something is “natural” then it’s safe.

I recommend a lot of natural products and supplements to my clients—but only with specific intention and caution because here’s the thing:

Even natural products can be dangerous if:

X Taken by the wrong person

X Taken for the wrong reason

X Mixed with medications that interact

X Contaminated with potential toxins

To give you an example, The International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP) just released an update on probiotic safety, saying:

✅ Probiotics should be used with extra caution in newborns, pregnancy, short-bowel syndrome, and people who are immunocompromised.

✅ Probiotic supplements should be tested for purity, potency, and potential contaminants.

I believe that if a natural product has the potential to do good (as in—to actually improve a person’s health) then it also has the potential to do harm. We can’t have one without the other!

One thing I do to keep my clients safe is to recommend products that meet the highest quality standards, such as using the most effective ingredients and third-party testing for purity.

Let’s respect natural products for the powerful therapeutics they are.

Reference

Merenstein D, Pot B, Leyer G, et al. Emerging issues in probiotic safety: 2023 perspectives. Gut Microbes. 2023;15(1):2185034. [link]

☀️Morning Mood Lift (Try It!)

It really doesn’t have to be complicated.

Sometimes clients come to me feeling unmotivated and exhausted. All their labs and tests look normal, and there appears to be no physical cause for the fatigue.

Because sometimes that feeling of being drained is not rooted in the physical but in the mental 🤯

👉👉Caused by boredom, lack of purpose, or mindset.

One way to combat fatigue that is driven by the mind is to begin every day with a brief journaling exercise. Grab a notebook and each morning fill in these blanks:

🔹 Today I want to feel…..

🔹 Today I want to accomplish….

🔹 Today I am grateful for….

Simple as that. This exercise will train your brain to focus on what matters most and will give you a sense of purpose.

Like if you’ll try this ❤️

Try This Simple Breathing Exercise ☯️

Have ONE minute for an energy boost? 

Stop the scroll and try ⭐Belly Breathing⭐

Lots of people don’t even realize their breaths are short and shallow. It’s how we breathe when we’re anxious, but for some it becomes a pattern. Shallow breathing decreases oxygen to the brain and can make you feel tired and distracted.

For a quick energy boost, try taking one minute for intentional belly breathing:

1️⃣ Inhale through your nose for a count of 4. Make sure your belly expands rather than your chest. 

2️⃣ Exhale through your mouth for a count of 4. 

3️⃣ Repeat for one minute. 

Taking action to improve your health and feel better does not need to be hard! Even one minute makes a difference. 

🍆 Fresh Eggplant Dishes for Summer ☀️

🍆 3 Ways to Eat Eggplant!

Eggplants are a nutrient-dense food, meaning they’re high in vitamins, minerals, and fiber but low in calories. Plus, summer is the season to enjoy fresh eggplant!

Here are some easy ideas:

1️⃣ Grilled

Slice, brush with oil, and grill! Some recommend soaking the slices in salt water for 30 minutes and then patting dry before prepping to grill. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar or pesto!

2️⃣ Sauteed

Slice or cube, season with salt and pepper, and saute in olive oil for an easy eggplant side dish.

3️⃣ Baba Ganoush

Made by blending grilled or roasted eggplant with tahini, lemon juice, and salt—this dip is a great summer alternative to hummus.

With all the fresh produce, summer is the perfect time to try adding new foods into your routine. Tell me your favorite way to eat eggplant in the comments! ⤵️

🍄 Meet My Favorite Mushroom!

🍄 How to use reishi for better energy…

Reishi is also called the “mushroom of immortality” because of its use in Asian traditions to promote longevity.

It’s an adaptogen, which means it has a balancing effect on the hormones and improves the body’s resilience to stress.

Reishi’s benefits include:

✅ High in Antioxidants

✅ Supports Mitochondrial Function

✅ Helps with Blood Sugar Regulation

✅ Balancing for Hormones, including testosterone

For anyone wanting more endurance, mental clarity, and sustained energy, reishi is a great option. It can be taken as a supplement or added as a powder into coffee or tea.

Questions about reishi? Drop them below! ⤵️