What IBS Suffers Need to Know About Artisanal Sourdough Breads

When it comes to foods that cause IBS, wheat products are most often cited by sufferers as being a trigger for symptoms. A recent study by Adele Costabile and her team of researchers from the University of Reading investigated the effects that breads with different fermentation times had on the gut and found that for some IBS sufferers, bread may still be on the menu.

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7 Best Foods to Eat Before a Workout

Want to get the most out of your workout? Then provide your body with the best fuel to optimize your workout and get the best results. These foods are also great for race days or big events when you need to perform at your peak. Eating before a workout will also help to keep your blood sugar level constant which will mean you don’t feel light headed or fatigued.

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Mood Swings? You Don’t Need a Snickers

When you are having a mood swing, eating a chocolate bar is not the best solution. Sure, it will elevate your blood sugar in the short term, but refined sugars are only setting you up for a crash later on. There are ways to stabilize your blood sugar to avoid mood swings that are healthier and more effective. Fueling your body with healthy food not only reduces mood swings, it also helps you to perform at your peak mentally so you can knock it out of the park.

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