Do you ever find yourself mulling over your beliefs and opinions, thinking about why and how you came to hold a certain conviction, perhaps even questioning whether you might be wrong? Or maybe you can remember a time when you’ve learned some new information—in a conversation, in a book, or on TV—and you had an…
You Can Do Deep Squats, My Friend!
Having functional mobility is very important. Squats are a simple, but challenging movement that works a good number of muscles. And just like anything, you can begin with small, incremental steps to build on and progress to where you can do “deep squats” and improve your mobility and strength.
A Primer to Antioxidants, What Are They, and What Do They Do
Antioxidants are man-made or natural substances that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage. Diets high in vegetables and fruits, which are good sources of antioxidants, have been found to be healthy; however, research has not shown antioxidant supplements to be beneficial in preventing diseases. Examples of antioxidants include vitamins C and E,…
Are Wireless Bluetooth Headphones Safe?
The Rise in Popularity of Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds In 2017, over 368 million headphones and headsets were sold worldwide. Back in 2016, sales of wireless Bluetooth headphones surpassed that of wired headphones for the first time in history, amounting to 54% of revenue and 17% of total headphone sales. That was the year Apple released…
Serotonin-Your Brain’s Happiness Chemical
Many people take SSRI antidepressants for depression. However, it’s important to ask why you are feeling depression in the first place. Many important research strides have been made linking chronic inflammation, poor gut health, gut bacteria, and general brain health with depression. However, we still need healthy serotonin activity, the target of Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), to…
How Feelings Shift Our Physiology
Have you ever been embarrassed and your cheeks turn red? When you went on your first date, did your hands get sweaty? Or maybe you gave a presentation at work and were so nervous that your stomach hurt, your heart was racing, or your mouth became dry. These are familiar examples of how your thoughts—and…
Our Feelings Can Help Us Heal or Make Us Ill
Have you ever been embarrassed and your cheeks turn red? When you went on your first date, did your hands get sweaty? Or maybe you gave a presentation at work and were so nervous that your stomach hurt, your heart was racing, or your mouth became dry. These are familiar examples of how your thoughts—and…
Hypothyroidism – How to Heal the Thyroid
If you have a thyroid disorder and you continue to smoke and/or drink coffee, kale smoothies, you are likely to make an underperforming thyroid much worse.
Health Benefits of Chestnuts
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire is a timeless image of Christmas. These nuts, a gift from the Castanea genus family, deliver a slight sweetness along with a nutty crunch and the flexibility to be added to salads, soups, stuffing, and many other dishes. Sweet chestnuts are often called the “bread tree,” serving as a popular…
A Different Type of Heart Attack in Younger Women
Q: My 40-year-old healthy sister recently had a heart attack. The doctor said it was caused by a tear in a blood vessel in her heart. What causes that? A: Most heart attacks happen when a blood clot blocks an artery feeding the heart. But a small percentage result from a tear in the inner…
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