While the name “deuterium” sounds like a supernatural substance we might encounter in a Marvel superhero movie, it is actually a naturally occurring form of hydrogen abundant on planet earth. This seemingly mysterious compound has been making the rounds in the health and wellness space in recent years and many biohackers have become keen on …
From the moment you are born, your body is aging. We commonly recognize aging as a chronological process: Each rotation of the earth around the sun tacks another year onto your life. However, your age in years, or “chronological age,” is but one reflection of where your body exists in time. On the cellular level, …
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Our immune systems are constantly under threat from seasonal bugs and even unexpected global invaders. Most of us protect ourselves by increasing vitamin intake, washing our hands, and keeping up immune-supporting practices like good sleep and regular exercise. But what about when we travel? Well, for many of us it all goes out the window. …
As we age, why do we look for a community in dysfunction? When did achy joints and waning energy become a universal connection? Why is it almost a badge of honor to receive a diagnosis? Why do we tend to look at aging from the outside in, rather than the other way around? Many of …
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Challenge testing has long been considered the “gold standard” for heavy metal testing, but a growing body of research indicates it may not be so optimal after all. What is Challenge Testing? We are all exposed to heavy metals daily, in differing amounts, and through various exposure routes. While our bodies have systems in place …
From the fish on your plate to the fillings in your teeth, heavy metals are abundant in our modern-day environment. Research indicates that exposure to aluminum, arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury, among other heavy metals, predisposes us to a variety of health issues. With the sheer number of potential sources of metal exposure in our …
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I’m sitting at my desk, stressed. Deadlines are impending and time is running “short.” And so is my breath. In fact, now that I notice it, I’m barely breathing at all. Actually, I’m holding my breath, occasionally taking tiny sips of air, huffing just enough air to stay alive. But once I try to take …
Science continues to reveal the exciting health-promoting properties and therapeutic benefits of phytochemicals. Yet, despite their vast potential, when consumed in whole foods or encapsulated supplements many of these natural compounds have low bioavailability, meaning our bodies don’t absorb them efficiently or effectively. This may explain why high doses of plant compounds are often taken …
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Throughout human evolution, our ancestors routinely experienced periods of food scarcity. You could say it’s in our DNA. When meat and animal fat were in short supply, early humans turned to “fallback foods.” (1) These tended to be fibrous edible plants, rich in what we now call phytochemicals. If plants were also scarce, hunter-gatherers were …
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If you’re hearing a lot about zinc these days, that’s no surprise. Due to its much-studied impact on supporting immune resilience and health, this trace mineral is always a hot topic throughout the winter months — and especially under the current global circumstances. Because immune health is top of mind right now and zinc is …
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Mindset Mastery: Your Gateway to Healthy Living Mindset, mindfulness, meditation: These words are part of a modern wellness vernacular. But where in the past we may have considered our headspace separate — the mind versus the body — today researchers are uncovering the profound biochemical interplay between the two. In effect, integrated positive psychology may …
Our current global health climate has propelled the human immune system into the spotlight. At the same time, the average person has a limited understanding of how the immune system works or how it can be supported through dietary and lifestyle interventions. While people may think they are at the mercy of health threats, the …
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