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Your gut microbiome wants prebiotic fiber
Your gut microbiome is complex! There are hundreds of bacteria species that reside there. They help promote digestion, improve nutrient absorption and support immune function, plus a whole lot more. It’s important to take care of these friends — we call them probiotics — and that’s where Regular Girl Prebiotic Fiber and Probiotic Blend...
Use this handy constipation cheat sheet to make better food choices
If you’re suffering with headaches, irritability, abdominal pain and/or bloating, constipation may be to blame. Several everyday foods have a reputation for causing this uncomfortable condition. Fine-tuning your diet may help you find relief. This constipation cheat sheet helps you select the foods which support a happier and healthier...
The smart girl’s guide to the updated nutrition facts label
There’s a new nutrition facts label coming to a food package near you. It’s the first time in 20 years that the iconic label is getting multiple updates. The biggest change is that the calories are bigger and bolder. That’s supposed to keep your snacking under control*. And there are more changes and label features you’re going to like...
You go, girl! Fiber helps you keep your New Year’s resolution.
Losing weight is a popular New Year’s resolution. But keeping that resolution can be more difficult than finding the perfect swimsuit for your beach vacation. If you and your friends are struggling to keep your diets afloat, turn to Regular Girl. It contains Sunfiber, the diet-preserving soluble fiber which keeps you feeling fuller, lo...
Healthiest holiday party foods (because we know you want to indulge)
Holiday festivities can slow down your digestive system. If all those goodies are too tempting to pass up, there are ways to minimize that post-party bloat. And by filling your plate with the healthiest party foods, your LBD may still cling to all the right places on New Year’s Eve.
Let’s boost our kids’ fiber intake, too
Sure, we know we need more fiber. But here’s a news flash: Our kids probably need more fiber, too. In fact, most children are consuming just half the recommended daily amount. (Six chicken nuggets only have about one gram of fiber). We’ve come up with ideas for boosting your little ones’ fiber intake. And best of all, you won’t even ha...
Hello little black dress. Goodbye mindless snacking.
Every girl has to have a knockout little black dress. Look sensational in yours by eliminating mindless snacking which may add unneeded calories to your day (and inches to your hips). When you head straight to the kitchen for a snack after work or empty that chip bowl while streaming your favorite shows, it’s not because you’re hungry....
Do you live in the most constipated states? Or are you just bloated?
Nobody likes to talk about their bathroom issues, but apparently we have no problem searching for their solutions on the Internet. We ended the year by combing through digestion-related Google search trends, and uncovered some fascinating (at least to us, anyway) information. Some regions are VERY interested in constipation. Others app...
Hungry? Sunfiber soluble fiber may help curb your snacking
Face it: It’s hard to cut back on portion sizes, and to stop snacking between meals, when you are still hungry. Losing weight isn’t always about willpower. There’s a safe and simple ingredient in Regular Girl that might help you control your appetite: PHGG, also known as Sunfiber. According to results of a series of studies published i...
Fats, fiber and fitness: Three tips for staying out of the doctor’s office
What would you do right this minute, if you knew it might keep you from needing to see a doctor tomorrow? There are hundreds of simple ways to help protect our health.
Understanding the difference between prebiotics and probiotics
Prebiotics, such as those found in Sunfiber, nourish and stimulate the growth and activity of beneficial bacteria in the gut. Probiotics, found in some yogurts, are live micro-organisms that may confer a health benefit. In her latest blog, holistic pharmacist Sherry Torkos provides a clear explanation of prebiotics and probiotics, describes how each may impact [...]The post Understanding the difference between prebiotics and probiotics appeared first on Sunfiber.