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South Texas Health System to Host Webinar on Gut Health and Overall Well-being

South Texas Health System to Host Webinar on Gut Health and Overall Well-being

The South Texas Health System (STHS) is organizing a webinar as part of its 'Let’s Talk Your Health' series to discuss the crucial link between gut health and overall well-being. The event, scheduled for Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., will be broadcast live on the STHS Facebook page. Experts from STHS will delve into how a healthy digestive system contributes to better physical and mental health. Dr. Cesar Varela, a family medicine resident with the STHS GME Consortium, emphasized that many people tend to overlook digestive problems, but ignoring persistent symptoms can worsen conditions. The webinar aims to educate Rio Grande Valley residents on common digestive conditions, the gut's role in immune function and nutrient absorption, warning signs that should not be ignored, and practical steps for maintaining a healthy digestive system.
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Creatine's Impact on Gut Microbiome and Digestive Health Explored, Highlighting Benefits and Risks

Creatine's Impact on Gut Microbiome and Digestive Health Explored, Highlighting Benefits and Risks

Creatine's Impact on Gut Microbiome and Digestive Health Explored, Highlighting Benefits and Risks
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Mindfulness Programs Emphasized for Holistic Well-being and Social Impact

Mindfulness Programs Emphasized for Holistic Well-being and Social Impact

Mindfulness Programs Emphasized for Holistic Well-being and Social Impact
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Dietary Choices Impact Mood and Cognitive Function, Suggesting Nutritional Guidance in Psychiatric Care

Dietary Choices Impact Mood and Cognitive Function, Suggesting Nutritional Guidance in Psychiatric Care

Recent research highlights the significant connection between dietary habits and mental health outcomes, indicating that nutritional guidance can enhance psychiatric care. A whole-foods, plant-forward diet, such as the Mediterranean diet, has shown benefits for mood and cognitive function. This approach aligns with lifestyle psychiatry, which advocates for dietary changes alongside traditional treatments. Poor dietary choices, particularly those high in ultraprocessed foods, are linked to worsened mood and cognitive impairments. Over half of the average American's daily caloric intake comes from such foods, which often lack essential nutrients. The gut-brain axis demonstrates how gut microbiota influence the central nervous system through neurotransmitter production, derived from consumed foods. Clinicians are encouraged to initiate discussions about nutrition with patients to understand their eating patterns and emotional connections to food, fostering a collaborative relationship in their care.
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Pistachios Show Potential as Prebiotic Food Supporting Gut Health

Pistachios Show Potential as Prebiotic Food Supporting Gut Health

Pistachios Show Potential as Prebiotic Food Supporting Gut Health
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MedStar Health Emphasizes Holistic Approach to Healthy Aging Beyond Diet and Exercise

MedStar Health Emphasizes Holistic Approach to Healthy Aging Beyond Diet and Exercise

MedStar Health Emphasizes Holistic Approach to Healthy Aging Beyond Diet and Exercise
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Wellness Author Daniel Wei Chen Advocates for Accessible Movement and Mobility

Wellness Author Daniel Wei Chen Advocates for Accessible Movement and Mobility

Wellness Author Daniel Wei Chen Advocates for Accessible Movement and Mobility
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Walnuts May Improve Mood Through Diet, Not Serotonin Boost, Study Suggests

Walnuts May Improve Mood Through Diet, Not Serotonin Boost, Study Suggests

A recent crossover trial indicates that consuming walnuts may lead to a slight improvement in mood, though not due to a direct increase in brain serotonin levels. The study involved healthy adults who ate approximately 1.5 handfuls (40 grams) of walnuts daily for eight weeks, followed by an eight-week period without nuts. During the walnut consumption phase, participants reported a mood improvement of about 5 points on a 'total mood disturbance' questionnaire. However, specific measures of stress, well-being, and depressed mood did not show significant changes. Researchers suggest that the observed mood shifts are more likely a result of improved overall eating patterns, as individuals who add nuts to their diet often reduce their intake of less healthy foods. Walnuts also contribute to gut health, and the gut-brain connection is recognized as a factor in mood regulation, although a direct link between walnuts and this effect has not yet been established. The serotonin found in walnuts does not cross the b...
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Seed Health Launches DS-01® Daily Synbiotic Nationwide at Costco, Expanding Gut Health Supplement Access

Seed Health Launches DS-01® Daily Synbiotic Nationwide at Costco, Expanding Gut Health Supplement Access

Seed Health Launches DS-01® Daily Synbiotic Nationwide at Costco, Expanding Gut Health Supplement Access
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Fermented Foods Offer Accessible Path to Improved Gut Health

Fermented Foods Offer Accessible Path to Improved Gut Health

Fermented Foods Offer Accessible Path to Improved Gut Health
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Understanding the Distinctions Between Probiotic and Prebiotic Sodas for Informed Consumer Choices

Understanding the Distinctions Between Probiotic and Prebiotic Sodas for Informed Consumer Choices

Understanding the Distinctions Between Probiotic and Prebiotic Sodas for Informed Consumer Choices
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What is intrinsic capacity – and why it matters more with age

What is intrinsic capacity – and why it matters more with age

Intrinsic capacity is a concept that gives researchers and clinicians a way to provide a fuller picture of health and healthy aging.