Gastrointestinal Health Archives - Portland Clinic of Natural Health

Unlocking the Secret to Easy Weight Gain: The Surprising Link Between Insulin Resistance and Your Waistline

Insulin resistance is a metabolic condition that occurs when cells in the body become less responsive to the hormone insulin. Insulin is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels, and when cells become resistant to its effects, the body compensates by producing more insulin. This excess insulin can lead to a […]

Surprising Truth: Low Stomach Acid Could Be the Real Cause of Your GERD

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common condition in which stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing discomfort and heartburn. While it is commonly believed that GERD is caused by an excess of stomach acid, in reality, the opposite is often true. In many cases, GERD is actually due […]

Polyphenols, Akkermansia, Your Immune System, and You

January 16, 2023

In the world of integrative medicine, we are often introduced to new strains of gut bacteria that appear to play specific health roles in the body. (1) The new kid on the block, in the probiotic world, is Akkermansia, a species that is regularly tested by integrative medicine practitioners on […]