Bacteria in the Gut Influences Risk of Colon Cancer

A diet high in fat and low in complex carbohydrates causes a shift in gut bacteria, thus increasing the risk of colon cancer. People eating a healthy diet containing high levels of complex carbohydrate had significant populations of micro-organisms in their gut called Firmicutes. When high fiber foods or undigestable starches are ingested, these bacteria manufacture short-chain fatty acids and vitamins such as folate and biotin that maintain colonic health. Butyrate, one of these fatty acids, provides energy to maintain a healthy gut wall and regulates cell growth and differentiation. Experimentation with animals with a sterile gut (free of bacteria) shows an increase in illness. The digestive system accounts for 85% of the immune systems actions and has a larger impact on health than the systemic immune system. Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related death in the Western world, so it is advantageous to follow a diet that balances the bacteria in the gut.

If you suffer from cramping, gas, bloating, diarrhea and/or constipation or you are sick often, chances are your bacterial balance is off. As stated above, this will contribute to immune health as well as your chance of acquiring colon cancer. EB Nutrition specializes in digestive health and improving immunity, so working with our Registered Dietitians to balance your diet can balance your gut too!

Food Allergies: Disease in Disguise

In Office Seminar - Register NOW!

Do you suffer from unexplained fatigue, migraines, digestive problems, arthritis, depression or weight gain? Have you tried conventional approaches to treatment with limited success? Did you ever stop to think that your symptom may be the result of an allergy?! Well, it's true! In fact, an allergy can show up as almost any symptom, and if left untreated, it may lead to serious degenerative disease.

Join Melissa Majumdar, Registered Dietitian, as she helps to uncover the root cause of your health concerns by exploring what an allergy is and how it affects the body. She will explore why allergies are so common and how they relate to weight gain, depression, insomnia, digestion, addiction and body chemistry. You will walk away with valuable tools for effectively treating undiagnosed allergies to achieve optimal health! You don't want to miss this valuable seminar!

We look forward to seeing you all for the May 20th lecture on " Allergies: Disease in Disguise!"

Allergies: Disease in Disguise

Learn how to uncover the root cause of your unexplained health concerns. Determine if your well-being is being affected by an allergy in disguise! This seminar will cover:

1. The History of Allergy
2. New Definitions of Allergy
3. How to Recognize an Allergy and its Causes
4. The Secret Life of an Allergen
5. The Symptoms of Allergy
5. Addiction and Allergy
6. Digestion - The Vital Link
7. Fats, Oils and Allergy
8. Additives and Allergy
9. Testing for Hidden Allergies
10. Effective Treatment Approaches for Allergies

Where and When:
EB Nutrition, LLC
6319 Executive Blvd.
Rockville, MD 20850
May 20, 2010
6:45 p.m.