What makes this particular microbe so important is that, when restored, it takes up residence in the entire length of human GI tract, then sends a signal to the brain to release the hormone oxytocin, the hormone of love, affection, and empathy.

You’ve been eating less, sweating at the gym, reaching for healthy meals and passing by the old snacks that used to call out to you, and still the scale numbers aren’t budging. Have you ever had the experience of feeling like you are doing everything “right” but not getting the desired result? You may wonder with frustration what is going on and why your weight loss is so slow.

Obstacles present themselves daily. We always have the choice to maintain a calm emotional state or become rattled. Whether it’s relationship conflict, a health setback, traffic jam or a lost job, those same two possibilities exist. Which do you routinely choose?