We rely on our nerves to relay sensory information like smell, touch, and taste from our senses, skin, muscles, and organs to our brain. Nerves are also responsible for sending information in the opposite direction, from our brains … Read the rest
More Americans are working from home than in the past. The shift in locations means an increase in the time spent in front of a screen. Unfortunately, many don’t know how to protect their eyes from screens.
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One of the many challenges of aging is that you may start to notice blurry spots or shadows that seem to float around in your vision. No matter how many eye baths you take or eyedrops you squirt, they won’t go away. This is because floaters … Read the rest
Folate is a tricky nutrient. It is essential, which means your body can’t make it and you need to consume it, BUT there can be a big difference between how much you are consuming and how much your body is actually able to use. In honor … Read the rest
A common saying about shellfish is that they “should only be eaten in months that contain the letter ‘r’.” This means the arrival of fall is the perfect time for warming, nutritious shellfish dishes to go back on the menu. While the origins of the ‘r’ … Read the rest
Because over 65% of the immune cells in the body are positioned in the gut, the diet can dynamically influence the immune system [1]. This means the health of your immune system and its ability to protect your body against invading pathogens depends on balanced uptake … Read the rest
While age brings valuable wisdom, it unfortunately also brings the gradual wasting of skeletal muscle mass, known as sarcopenia. More unfortunately still, sarcopenia brings with it an increased risk of injury, disability, and the loss of independence. Starting as early as our 30’s, research has shown … Read the rest
Forget the oysters and champagne. Here is the real science behind the foods that are more likely to help you get pregnant.
About 15% of heterosexual couples report struggling with infertility, and it is a nearly even 50/50 split between whether the issue is on the … Read the rest
More and more evidence has found its way to mainstream media regarding the importance of connectedness and socialization as a necessary element for reducing stress. Humans are inherently social beings and enjoy the company of others for various reasons while those connections contribute to better overall … Read the rest
Chromium is an essential trace mineral that we all need in our diets in very small quantities. Once absorbed, chromium is distributed widely in the body, with the highest levels being found in the kidney, liver, spleen, and bone [1]. It is one … Read the rest
