Gut Health

Diet can play an important role in managing digestive health issues. People experiencing diarrhea or constipation often think they should avoid dairy foods; however this is generally not true. In fact, research suggests that certain fermented dairy foods, such as probiotic yogurts, may play a supportive role. Learn about dietary approaches and milk products in the management of common conditions such as diarrhea and constipation.

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Constipation

Here is the scientific information on constipation and dairy products.

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Diarrhea

Learn more about the evidence on diarrhea and dairy products.

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Symposium 2018

Gut Microbiome and Health

Humans are colonized with microorganisms that have coevolved with us and which act to influence host physiology, metabolic, nervous, and immune function.

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Symposium 2018

Diet for Gut Health: The FODMAP Diet and Beyond

Manipulation of dietary carbohydrate (including dietary fiber, resistant starch and short chain carbohydrates) are key factors for overall gut health as well as prevention and control of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.