Weitz Sports Chiropractic and Nutrition

03/21/2026

03/19/2026

Discover how specific gut bacteria, like Akkermansia, can radically improve hemoglobin A1C and natural GLP-1 production. This could be a paradigm shift in metabolic health.

03/17/2026

Microbiologists are stunned by how specific certain gut bacteria are about their fiber. We discovered that some greens and reds products specifically feed Anaerostipile strains, and they're not all happy with the same fibers. This means we can now provide not just the bacteria, but also their essential food.

03/16/2026

Understanding the difference between anaerobic and aerobic probiotic strains is key. Anaerobic strains thrive deep in your gut without oxygen and help other bacteria function. Aerobic strains, like acidophilus, need consistent intake as they are transient and don't engraft long-term.

03/15/2026

A fascinating case study reveals how a specific probiotic strain, Anaerostipiles cacaae CLB101, not only helped someone with severe dairy and gluten allergies tolerate those foods but also significantly boosted Akkermansia levels. It even outcompeted opportunistic pathogens like Morganella and Pseudomonas, normalizing gut flora without antimicrobials. This suggests a new approach to gut health: repopulating with beneficial bacteria that naturally crowd out the 'rudest' microbes.

03/14/2026

Struggling with gut issues? Increasing your fiber intake is key to reestablishing healthy gut strains. Diversity in colorful foods, polyphenols, and proper sugars fuels beneficial bacteria.

03/13/2026

You can have all the probiotics, but without the essential anaerobic keystone commensals, they won't work. Think of these keystones as the SIM card for your phone – vital for functionality. They're the earthworms of your gut, enabling everything else to thrive.

03/10/2026

Can women find hormonal balance during perimenopause without resorting to hormone replacement therapy? Often, yes.

03/09/2026

Regulating blood sugar is a foundational aspect of nutrition, impacting energy levels for hours after meals. Tracking how different foods make you feel can be incredibly eye-opening. While building lean muscle is vital for aging gracefully, ensuring sufficient energy supply to meet physical demands is crucial first.

03/08/2026

Navigating perimenopause and menopause is a huge energy demand. When your body is already stretched thin, this added shift creates an energy deficit we call 'health debt.' Before focusing on labs, let's check our lifestyle foundations.

03/07/2026

Confused about perimenopause diets? Should women fast? The answer is generally no to long fasts. Prioritize eating within 2 hours of waking, then every 4-5 hours. Poor sleep due to dysregulated blood sugar might even require bedtime snacks.

03/06/2026

High-achieving women often face depleted adrenal hormones and liver congestion, especially with family and career demands. This, combined with potential thyroid issues, can severely impact ovarian hormone production. Sometimes, the body simply lacks the essential ingredients to create hormones.