Tag: metabolism

Here’s How One Doctor Is Reversing Mental Illness

We used to believe that mental disorders were rooted in moral failings. Then we discovered that even bacteria can cause mental health problems. Some argue that it’s rooted in childhood trauma. Then how about genetics? Those must play a role as well. ———– 👉 Sponsor OFFER: Get pure, easy to store American Elderberry extract at…


Obesity Epidemic Linked to Unexpected Factor: New Study

A new study published in Nature Metabolism (pdf) has revealed that the basal metabolic rate (BMR) in people in the United States and Europe has decreased over the past three decades, potentially contributing to the growing obesity epidemic in both regions. Basal metabolic rate, or basal energy expenditure, refers to the energy required per unit of…


Intense Exercise Could Be Harmful to Your Health When Done Incorrectly

While it is widely known that regular exercise can improve health, reduce the risk of diseases, and extend life expectancy, there is a type of exercise that may have the opposite effect under certain conditions, and that is intense exercise. What Is Considered Intense Exercise? There is an indicator used to measure the intensity of…


Not All Exercises Are Good: Which Exercise May Be Harmful to Your Health

While it is widely known that regular exercise can improve health, reduce the risk of diseases, and extend life expectancy, there is a type of exercise that may have the opposite effect under certain conditions, and that is intense exercise. What Is Considered Intense Exercise? There is an indicator used to measure the intensity of…


Not All Exercise Is Good: This Kind May Be Harmful to Your Health

While it is widely known that regular exercise can improve health, reduce the risk of diseases, and extend life expectancy, there is a type of exercise that may have the opposite effect under certain conditions, and that is intense exercise. What Is Considered Intense Exercise? There is an indicator used to measure the intensity of…


Many Diseases Might Be Caused by Mitochondrial Dysfunction, 4 Ways to Prevent

The impact of mitochondria on health has received increasing attention in recent years. Mitochondria affect the quality of life and the rate of aging; hence, protecting mitochondria can prevent aging and chronic diseases, and even fight cancer. According to a paper in the journal Molecular Basis of Disease, metabolic abnormalities are prevalent in many chronic…


Lemon and Spice Weight Loss Tea (Recipe)

Sour lemon and apple cider vinegar awaken your senses. Brightly pungent cayenne pepper will warm you to your core. Add a little honey for sweetness that also scrapes fat and toxins, and this tea becomes a metabolic boost that makes you feel great. This is a classic, vivacious Ayurvedic blend to boost fat digestion and…


Not Just Diet: Acupoint Stimulation Effective in Treating Obesity, Here’s Why

Despite our best efforts, some of us still cannot lose weight as efficiently as we would like. The truth is, this phenomenon isn’t just about the amount of effort we put in; it may also be the result of our body functions not being in good order. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practitioner Dr. Yu Yawen…


How the Darker Days Downshift Your Metabolism and Mood

Along with pretty rust-colored leaves and pumpkin spice lattes, there’s another, less-celebrated hallmark of the fall season—the onset of a mental and emotional slump known as seasonal affective disorder. Known also by its very appropriate acronym, SAD, this disorder can sometimes be severe enough to significantly disrupt day-to-day functioning. As temperatures steadily fall and sunset…


Minding Your Metabolism

As you age, you may notice you have less muscle and energy and more fat. Carrying those extra pounds may be harming your health. It’s easy to be confused by advice about diet and exercise, but they’re key to avoiding weight gain as you get older. As you move through your 30s, 40s, 50s, and…