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  This post may contain affiliate links. Please read the disclaimer  here . 7 Ways to Naturally Improve Gut Health August is a pretty big deal in the health world, primarily because August is Gastroparesis Awareness Month. Gastroparesis Awareness Month aims to spread more awareness to help you understand Gastroparesis, along with educating you on preventive measures.  A study done by The National Center for Biotechnology Information (NBCI) on the impact of risk factors on gastroparesis, determined that African Americans are more likely to have diabetic gastroparesis than patients of other races. Despite Gastroparesis being on the rise, it is often misunderstood by many people.  I know you may be thinking... "What exactly is Gastroparesis?". Breaking down the term, “gastro” refers to your stomach and “paresis” highlights the nerve-related muscle weakness/partial paralysis. Gastroparesis is a dangerous condition and can be inhibiting for the millions who suffer from it...

   This post may contain affiliate links. Please read the disclaimer  here . Heal Your Mind, Body, and Soul with Holistic Living A Beginner's Guide to Holistic Living It’s been months, your body just doesn’t feel right and you’ve developed some unusual symptoms in your body.  When you try to shake them off, all of your attempts fail. You have even tried everything your doctor has recommended to you by diligently following steps to achieve better health, but nothing seems to be working. I think it’s safe to say we have all been in a situation where we seek better healthcare, but the modern medicinal practices offered to us are just not enough to improve our symptoms.  The problem is that many seek better health instead of healing. Healing is a continuous process and getting started will require you to research and reflect on holistic ways to reverse your old lifestyle choices that your body has become accustomed to. A recent study by Georgetown University, an ins...