Mind Matters: Navigating the Landscape of Mental Health
Mind Matters: Navigating the Landscape of Mental Health “Mental health needs a great deal of attention. It’s the final taboo and it needs to be faced and dealt with.” Adam Ant Imagine waking up each day feeling like you’re carrying an invisible weight. You smile, go to work, interact with friends, but inside, there’s a […]
Understanding GLP-1: The Friendly Guide to a Powerful Hormone
Understanding GLP-1: The Friendly Guide to a Powerful Hormone “A pure heart and mind only take you so far – sooner or later the hormones have their say, too.” Jim Butcher Tweet Did you know that Glucagon-like Peptide 1 (GLP-1) is a superhero hormone in your gut? It helps control your blood sugar and keeps […]
Importance of Mitochondria for Overall Health
Importance of Mitochondria for Overall Health Type 2 Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease, Neurodegenerative Diseases… there are so many chronic illnesses tied to poor mitochondrial function. Mitochondria are the power plants of our cells; they take the food we eat and turn it into energy called ATP. But they do more than just produce energy – they […]
Introducing the 30-Point Plant System to Power our Gut Microbiome
Introducing the 30-Point Plant System to Power our Gut Microbiome “There are no incurable diseases if one lives in harmony with nature.” Ann Wigmore Tweet Did you know that your gut microbiome is home to trillions of bacteria that play a crucial role in your health? With over 70% of your immune system residing in […]
Rethinking ‘Healthy’: The FDA’s New Definition
Rethinking ‘Healthy’: The FDA’s New Definition ‘Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.’ Hippocrates Tweet Imagine walking through a grocery store, picking up a box of cereal labeled “healthy,” and feeling good about your choice. Now, imagine later discovering that the product is loaded with added sugars, refined grains, and artificial ingredients. […]
Powerhouses of Our Body: The Mitochondria
Powerhouses of Our Body: The Mitochondria Did you know your body is home to around 100,000 trillion mitochondria? That’s right – these tiny powerhouses are everywhere, working behind the scenes to keep you going! But what exactly are they, and why are they so important? In this blog, we’ll uncover the science of mitochondria and why […]
Chronic Kidney Disease Lifestyle Tips
Chronic Kidney Disease Lifestyle Tips “Your kidneys filter 200 liters (53 gallons) of fluid per day. Show them some love.” National Kidney Foundation Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a growing global health concern, affecting millions of individuals worldwide. According to the National Centre for Health Statistics, CKD is responsible for 17.4 deaths over 100,000 worldwide. […]
8 Tips for Increasing Your Fiber During American Heart Month
8 Tips for Increasing Your Fiber During American Heart Month The proverb, “The tree that bends does not break,” highlights the importance of adaptability in the face of adversity. But if we think in a more literal sense: what is it that allows the tree to stand strong and tall and… flexible? The answer is […]
Coping Mechanisms for Teens
Coping Mechanisms for Teens Our intern, Andy Lin, who enjoys doing health research in his spare time, was motivated by his own experience and those of his classmates to create this blog on why so many teens struggle with healthy coping mechanisms. Coping mechanisms are not signs of weakness; they are signs of strength. They […]
Understanding Sarcopenic Obesity
Understanding Sarcopenic Obesity As we age, our metabolic rate slows down, and we tend to pack on unwanted pounds while losing muscle mass. To combat this, we often resort to a variety of lifestyle changes, such as regular exercise, healthier food choices, and meditation. However, the results are often mixed. While we may experience a […]