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Chihuahuan Desert Indians and Fiber – How Much is TOO Much?

How Much Prebiotic Fiber is TOO Much? Let’s Ask the Indians of the prehistoric Chihuahuan Desert.

The agave plant is unique to the southwest part of the US, more specifically to the sonoran desert in southern Arizona. The plant has wide spicky leaves, but a juicy heart which is loaded… Continue Reading


Panacea or Just a ‘Big Fad’?

(Reprinted from Newsweek.com, January 4, 2011)

Could something as simple as a probiotic drink stop a colicky baby from crying so much? What about reports that probiotics started during pregnancy can prevent babies from developing asthma?

In response to the increasing number of kid-oriented supplements and foods (including baby formulas,… Continue Reading


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