Blog of Dr. Brent Caplan & Dr. Tiffany Caplan
Taking charge of your health begins with understanding. Check out the inspiring content from our doctors at Central Coast Center for Integrative Health on how you can restore your health for a better future…
Is Oatmeal Good For You?
Many of my patients ask me “Are oats good for you” and “Are oats a healthy breakfast?” There is no black and white answer to those questions. The real answer to both is: It depends upon several factors. It’s exactly those factors I’m going to touch on in this article,...
What Is Gut Microbiome Diversity and Why Is It Important?
The Right Way to Support Your Gut Microbiome Diversity Most people who want a healthy gut microbiome are going about it all wrong. The tendency is to always try to kill off the bad bacteria. However, the problem is often more complicated than that. In a nutshell, many...
Feeding the Trillions of Good Bugs in Your Gut for Better Health
What are the Trillions of Good Bugs in Our Body? The gut microbiome consists of trillions of microorganisms that are known as microbiota, microflora, or microbes, with the beneficial bacteria known simply as “good bugs.” We obtain our microbiome from the birth...
Heal Leaky Gut and More by Keeping Your Body’s Barriers Strong and Healthy
Building Our Barriers – How to Get Rid of Seasonal Allergies, Leaky Gut, Skin Problems, Brain Fog, and More Your body has barriers that act as shields. These protective barriers make sure your immune system isn’t getting overexposed to substances we encounter daily....
Microbiome and Autoimmunity – the connection between the gut microbiota and the immune system
What Does the Microbiome Have to Do with Autoimmunity? Did you know that your gut “talks” to the rest of your body? Your gut is a crucial part of your health. Your gut microbiota, or your microbiome, is a complex collection of microorganisms that can benefit you...
How Grain-Free and Gluten-Free Diets Resolve Common Health Issues
Is Gluten Bad for You? How to Recognize Gluten Intolerance and Gluten Sensitivity Symptoms Gluten sensitivity and intolerance are common issues for our patients. In fact, gluten may be the culprit behind many of your health concerns, whether they’re digestive related...