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BiotiQuest® Gut Health & Probiotics Blog with Martha Carlin
Balancing Blood Sugar Naturally: The Role of Gu...
Martha Carlin | Jan 06, 2026 |
Emerging science suggests the microbiome, the vast community of bacteria and other microorganisms in the digestive tract, plays a powerful role in regulating blood sugar and shaping our cravings. This...
Balancing Blood Sugar Naturally: The Role of Gu...
Emerging science suggests the microbiome, the vast community of bacteria and other microorganisms in the digestive tract, plays a powerful role in regulating blood sugar and shaping our cravings. This invisible ecosystem is deeply connected to how we feel, what...
The Science Behind Holiday Overeating and Diges...
Martha Carlin | Dec 08, 2025 |
A look at how stress and gut signaling impact holiday eating, and how you can support digestion and peace of mind naturally.
The Science Behind Holiday Overeating and Diges...
A look at how stress and gut signaling impact holiday eating, and how you can support digestion and peace of mind naturally.
Carnivore and the Microbiome: A Double-Edged Diet
Martha Carlin | Aug 26, 2025 |
Removing all plant matter in your diet may result in dramatic short-term improvements in an inflamed gut. But behind the anecdotal success lies a deeper systems-level question: what happens to...
Carnivore and the Microbiome: A Double-Edged Diet
Removing all plant matter in your diet may result in dramatic short-term improvements in an inflamed gut. But behind the anecdotal success lies a deeper systems-level question: what happens to the microbiome on a meat-only diet—and is that change healing,...
The Truth About Sugar and Your Gut: Tips for He...
Martha Carlin | Apr 28, 2025 |
In this blog post we explore what sugar is really doing to your gut health, and share thoughtful alternatives that support your body’s innate intelligence. Because when we consume sugar,...
The Truth About Sugar and Your Gut: Tips for He...
In this blog post we explore what sugar is really doing to your gut health, and share thoughtful alternatives that support your body’s innate intelligence. Because when we consume sugar, especially refined and added sugars, we're not just feeding ourselves....
The Hidden Dangers in Your Food: How to Heal Yo...
Martha Carlin | Mar 31, 2025 |
4 minute read
We all try to make better choices: opting for whole foods, cutting back on sugar, and maybe even choosing organic. But hidden in even the most “healthy” foods are invisible...
The Hidden Dangers in Your Food: How to Heal Yo...
We all try to make better choices: opting for whole foods, cutting back on sugar, and maybe even choosing organic. But hidden in even the most “healthy” foods are invisible disruptors that can silently wreak havoc on your gut health, metabolism,...
Probiotic Myths Debunked: What You Should Know ...
Martha Carlin | Feb 24, 2025 |
6 minute read
Probiotics have become a wellness buzzword, showing up everywhere from supplements to skincare to snack bars, promising benefits like better digestion, immune support, and even mood balance. But not all...
Probiotic Myths Debunked: What You Should Know ...
Probiotics have become a wellness buzzword, showing up everywhere from supplements to skincare to snack bars, promising benefits like better digestion, immune support, and even mood balance. But not all probiotics are created equal. With so much marketing hype, it’s...
Waking Up to a Probiotic Breakfast Can Do Wonders for Your Gut Health
Did you know that recent studies show people with poor gut diversity had lower quality of life? The health of your microbiome impacts your mental health, sleep, energy, the risk for chronic illnesses, and much more. A probiotic breakfast can...
Can Probiotic Supplements Make or Break Your Fast?
Intermittent fasting (IF) may have started as a fitness trend for weight loss, but today it's a go-to lifestyle choice for many. Practicing intermittent fasting has been linked with health benefits such as lowering blood sugar and insulin, preventing heart...









