Vitamin D plays a vital role in your health: it helps your body absorb calcium for strong bones, supports your immune system, and contributes to proper muscle and nerve function. As deficiencies have become more common, especially in certain populations, supplementation is often necessary. However, like any nutrient, vitamin D doesn’t work in isolation. It...
Supplements play an increasingly popular role in people’s health routines, with Americans spending over $150 billion annually on these products. However, certain supplements, when taken incorrectly, in excess, or without proper guidance, can potentially harm your liver and kidneys. These are the supplement mistakes to be careful with and why. The Role of the Liver and Kidneys...
Parkinson’s is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that is currently incurable. It is typically only diagnosed once symptoms arise, which include speech difficulties, balance issues, stiffness, tremors, and mental issues. Patients eventually struggle to talk or walk in the advanced stages. While researchers have spent decades searching for a Parkinson’s Treatment, it seems one may already...
During rainy seasons, it’s not uncommon to place your laundry to dry inside. Methods such as leaving them close to heaters or on radiators help laundry dry faster but at a cost. Drying clothes indoors increases humidity indoors by 30%, creating the ideal environment for harmful mold growth. A single load of wet washing can...
In our fast-moving world, it’s no surprise that anxiety and stress have become part of daily life for many. While therapy, movement, and mindful living are key strategies for managing mental health, nature also offers powerful allies. Growing bodies of research support the idea that certain natural supplements and vitamins can gently, yet effectively, support...
Creatine is a natural compound your body uses to produce quick energy, especially during intense physical activity. It’s synthesized from amino acids and is also found in foods like red meat and seafood, typically in much smaller amounts than in supplements. Thanks to its proven performance-enhancing benefits, creatine has become a staple in the fitness...
The camu-camu berry is not a mainstay in most grocery stores. Also known as Myrciaria dubia, the species is native to the Amazon, and it’s similar to a cherry but with a more sour taste. It’s also regarded as a superfood, which has led to it appearing in supplement and powder form in health food...
Coffee is an extremely popular beverage across the globe with many developing particular preferences. While coffee is rich in polyphenols and antioxidants which may offer neuroprotective effects, instant coffee drinkers may need to reconsider their preferences. A study published in Food Science & Nutrition reveals that drinking instant coffee significantly increases the risk of age-related...
Alzheimer’s disease is a growing concern among aging adults in the United States. Millions are already affected and the numbers are expected to rise significantly in the coming years. One surprising factor that plays a crucial role in reducing the risk of developing the neurodegenerative disease is maintaining healthy levels of Vitamin D.Neurologist Dale Bredesen,...
Osteoporosis is a disease that leads to weakened bones, making broken bones from accidental falls more likely. In fact, many people aren’t even aware that they have the condition until it causes them to break one of their bones. The disease is prevalent among people over 50 years of age, with experts estimating that half...
Healthy eating takes on a new meaning after turning 60. The metabolism changes, nutritional needs shift, and the body becomes more vulnerable to pain and chronic illnesses. Food becomes a way to stay healthy and energized, and help prevent diseases. Vitamin D, vitamin C, vitamin K, and vitamin B12 used to be words on the...
The question of whether adult brains grow new brain cells has been debated for more than 60 years. Known as “neurogenesis”, this process has been observed in the brain of other adult animals, yet its existence in human brains has until now been hypothetical. However, researchers have recently discovered new neurons in the brains of...
