Hugo and Ross Turner Known for their daring expeditions, identical twins Hugo and Ross Turner decided to undertake a different kind of adventure; this time, it was a dietary exploration.1 In 2020, They set off comparing the effects of a vegan diet and an omnivorous diet on two genetically identical individuals- themselves. Their motivation for...
The Chinese body clock outlines when organs work at peak function. This practice, found in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), uses this clock to optimize energy by scheduling the day around specific organs and their role in the body. For example, the clock says that the lungs work best between 3 AM and 5 AM, so...
Have you ever heard of nutritional yeast? It’s been around for a while, but it’s become increasingly popular in recent years for its uses in vegan cooking and more and more for its robust nutrition profile. There are a lot of claims on the internet about what this yellow, cheese-flavored dust can do for your...
If you’re a fan of fruits like berries and pomegranates, you’re probably familiar with the terms “antioxidants” and “super fruit.” But if you’ve never heard of Graviola before, it’s time to get acquainted. This delicious fruit is packed with antioxidants—and might even be able to help fight cancer! What is Graviola? Graviola grows on trees...
Olive oil is one of the most popular oils in the world and has been used for centuries. Today, it is well-known for its health benefits. Buyers beware, however: Not all olive oil you see on the grocery store shelves is made equal. This is everything you need to know about olive oil, including how...
Are you familiar with the guava fruit? You know, the tropical fruit that’s green on the outside and pink on the inside? Originating from Central America, this tasty fruit packs a serious nutritional punch. The next time you find yourself in a country that grows them, these are all the reasons why you should enjoy...
Red light therapy and near-infrared light therapy are both treatments that use light to promote healing. Red light is a form of visible light, while near-infrared is a non-visible type of light. Both types of light have been shown to improve circulation and help with pain relief. What Is Red Light Therapy? Red light therapy...
They don’t warn you how demoralizing aging is. Things you used to do with ease, without even thinking, suddenly take hours. Little tasks become mountains. Activities you love become impossible. You may be treated like a child by people who are a quarter of your age. In addition, there are so many other undignified changes...
How will the creep explain to his friends that he got his burgling butt whooped by an 82-year-old woman? That would be a conversation I’d like to listen to. On Thursday night, Willie Murphy from Rochester, New York, was getting ready for bed when a man knocked on her door. He said he was sick...
Early graying is a cause of concern for a lot of people, especially women. We feel we have to keep up with this societal image of perfection, and gray hair isn’t normally included in the approved mix. Well, sorry to burst society’s bubble, gray hair is absolutely gorgeous. Rachel Jonat realized this at the age...
Our bodies are made up of 60% water so it makes sense that we should be drinking throughout the day. We need water for our circulation, digestion, absorption and to transport nutrients in our bodies. We all know we should be drinking more but sometimes we just want a little bit more flavor, without the...
Around October of last year, just as the leaves were squeezing into their orange party dresses, I was diagnosed with bacterial pneumonia. The only thing that really helped, apart from lining up an army of water bottles on the ledge of my bed and buying stock in lozenges, was consuming copious amounts of golden milk....
