Inflammation is a natural and necessary part of a healthy immune response, and one key regulator of this process is histamine. If you’ve ever dealt with seasonal allergies, you’re likely familiar with histamine’s effects—but its role extends far beyond that....
The Era of Cheap Dopamine In our fast-paced, tech-driven world, pursuing true happiness has been replaced by the search for instant gratification. With every swipe, scroll, and notification, we’re bombarded with tiny hits of “cheap dopamine” — fleeting...
Proper nutrition during pregnancy and postpartum is crucial for both the baby's development and the mother's health. However, the demands of this life stage, combined with limited time for meal prep and grocery shopping, can make healthy eating feel overwhelming....
When we think about health, the focus is often on our physical health. We get regular checkups to learn about our blood pressure, our biomarkers such as cholesterol and fasting glucose, and our overall health status. But our physical health and our mental health...
ARTICLE AT A GLANCE You don’t need a lot of extra calories to build muscle. Eat 1–2 palm-sized portions of protein at each meal. Eat 1 fist-sized serving of carbs and 2 fistfulls of vegetables, or at least 1 serving of vegetables and 1 serving of...
Focusing on an anti-inflammatory diet through a variety of nutrient dense foods has numerous health benefits - including improving your breathing conditions. And even the right mix of nutrients can help you breathe easier.
With the whole world fighting the affects of COVID-19, many are turning to nutrition as their solution. Is there some hope with the Keto Diet? The reality is much bigger than that and involves improving your Metabolic Health versus traditional "Immune Boosting."
As we get older, resting metabolic rate (RMR) tends to decrease. This means we are burning fewer calories at rest than we did at a younger age. Decreased activity levels also leads to decreased strength and muscle mass and fat gain (especially in the midsection). The good news: it doesn’t …
Your circadian rhythm is made up of several physical, mental, and behavioral changes that recur naturally on a 24-hour cycle. Every cell in your body follows this rhythm, as it dictates when they’re most metabolically active, when they produce hormones, and when they repair themselves.
More frequently, families across the US are starting to see a new daily “normal” take shape. During this new, globally accepted normal, there’s one constant that must remain: we must be vigilant in keeping ourselves and our families healthy. In this difficult situation, it’s more important than ever to maintain …
As the numbers of Coronavirus cases continue to climb each day, a serious effort is underway to avoid overwhelming the healthcare system. Traditional “immune nutrients” such as Vitamin C, Vitamin D and Zinc have been talked about at length, but a lesser known amino acid powerhouse also exists that has …
Mitochondria have earned their position as the "powerhouses" of our cells. The energy mitochondria produce is involved in some of the most important biologic processes in our bodies. Being responsible for most of your body’s functions, your mitochondria have an enormous impact on your health and longevity, specifically as protectors …
Metabolic Syndrome is a condition that is most often brought on by a diet high in processed foods, high carbohydrates and inactivity, which together causes high blood sugar. High blood sugar can increase chances of infection and slow the healing process – a major concern in light of COVID-19. As …
Tracking Heart Rate Variability (HRV) over time can be a useful tool in identifying imbalances in our autonomic nervous system (ANS), which regulates many aspects of our biology including all aspects of our cardiovascular system like blood pressure, heart rate, etc.
With the spread of COVID-19 across the US, it’s more important than ever to stay strong and healthy. The best way to do that: pay extra attention to your diet and eating habits.
