Donna Gates and Linda Schatz
stevia. (Location 746)
A little-known fact you may find extremely useful is that serotonin, the brain chemical linked to mood, is actually manufactured principally in the gut. When your serotonin levels are low, depression and constipation occur (since serotonin also influences peristaltic movement).* Kefir, rich in tryptophan that converts into serotonin, has cured many of depression and constipation. (Location 2452)
Millions of people are now gluten intolerant and one reason is that their intestines lack the “grain-loving” microflora that can digest gluten. Body Ecology’s Whole Grains Biotic, a gluten-free beverage made from a wonderful variety of whole grains that are fermented with bacteria and good yeast, can help solve this problem (see Shopping List or website for more information). (Location 2748)