While most people think that working on brain function is something that only older people should be doing, it's actually beneficial for all ages. We can do things to protect our brains as they age, and actually improve our brain function. Different actions can target different areas of the brain, boosting those components. By boosting these parts of the brain, cognitive decline can be prevented … [Read more...]

Although most people don't realize this, there are health benefits to eating chocolate. Raw cacao in particular has powerful compounds that are beneficial to health and well being. This has been shown to be the case with the Kuna Indians, who are known for eating more raw cacao than other tribes. It is important, however, to make sure that the chocolate being eaten is both sourced from a good … [Read more...]

Antinutrients have a bad reputation. They are compounds that bind to certain nutrients in food, making it hard for our bodies to absorb the nutrients. However, they are mostly found in plant foods, which are good for us, and it would thus be a mistake to avoid them. There are also compounds in foods that counteract the effect of anitnutrients. Examples of antinutrients include tannins, bitter … [Read more...]

Ketone bodies can be used as fuel for the brain and other tissues. Furthermore, exogenous ketones may elevate blood ketone levels and provide various benefits, although their mechanism is mostly unknown. The evidence is that adenosine plays a neuro-protective role, and that ketosis may increase the concentration of adenosine. In our research, we investigated the role of A1Rs and A2ARs cell surface … [Read more...]

The paleo diet is really as simple as eating like our Paleolithic ancestors. Simply stated, avoid processed foods and preservatives and eat like a caveman. Specifically, avoid refined sugars, dairy, and grains. Meat, poultry, fish, most vegetables, and some fruits (excluding bananas and melons) are allowed. Avoid peanuts and peanut butter. Stick with leafy greens and avoid starchy vegetables like … [Read more...]

Whole foods have components such as vitamins, fiber, and minerals that affect our vascular and immune systems. In order to get our health span to correspond with our lifespan, food is an essential tool. It is recommended that people consume 5 to 9 servings of vegetables each day. Not all carbs are created equal, and some of them are healthier for us than others. It is important to recognize that … [Read more...]

Air pollution could be harmful to not only our lungs and heart, but our brains as well. Evidence has demonstrated that air pollution can be related to the long-term health and behavior of humans. It can result in inflammation of the brain which can cause brain-related impairments, as well as disease. There is concern that even a small brain dysfunction could result in major consequences. Animal … [Read more...]

The paleo diet includes consuming foods that are whole and unprocessed, such as lean proteins, fruits, and vegetables. However, this diet does not include consumption of any grains, sugar, or beans. The paleo diet can result in short-term weight loss and lower blood pressure, so it has gained a lot of popularity. However, there are certain groups of people who should not try the paleo diet, such … [Read more...]

Any cancer, regardless of the type, leads to changes in metabolism. Specifically, Otto Warburg, discovered an alteration in cancer cells of glucose metabolism in the 1900s. This alteration leads to energy use that is inefficient and results in extreme weight loss. This is where diet comes into play because it can be extremely effective in increasing survival chances, as well as an increase in the … [Read more...]

Sensitivity to insulin plays a major role in our overall metabolic health. Metabolic inflexibility is related to the development of several health problems, such as obesity, type-2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. In today's world we are finding that many people are caught in a glucose-dominant state, which when combined with excessive calories and a sedentary lifestyle, results in a loss of … [Read more...]

Among the plethora of diets that one can consider, fasting is getting an increasing attention in the last several years. In fact, due to the spotlight on fasting, it is very likely you’ve given a try to this method. Like many other diet plans, not every fasting regime produces good results and some can actually be harmful. Therefore, it is important to understand the full effect, risks and the … [Read more...]

Research has demonstrated that a ketogenic diet can provide numerous benefits to people in regards to supporting and restoring their metabolic health. It is especially important for women to be metabolically healthy during their entire lifespan, since the female body is made to perform in a specific way that depends on good metabolic health. Metabolic health has an impact on various phases of … [Read more...]

When people no longer consume carbohydrates, or they begin to fast, there is a decrease in insulin levels and a depletion of glycogen. The result is that the body changes into a state of fat-burning. In such as state, our brains cannot use fat for fuel, so an alternative source of energy is required without any glucose and the result is that fats are converted to ketones in the liver. The ketones … [Read more...]

We put a lot of enthusiasm and work into a garden, whether it is floral or vegetable one. You know it is a hard work, but very rewarding in the end. Fighting off the pests and insects is one of the main challenges a gardener faces. There are many commercially available products that will help you in that fight, but many of us prefer a concoction that is made at home. That way, we can control what … [Read more...]

The Whole 30 diet is one that eliminates all processed foods as well as grains, soy and dairy. The diet is pretty restrictive and can be difficult to follow both in the short and long term. One of the best things that you can do to help you have a more successful change is to plan ahead and meal prep all of your food ahead of time. You also need to understand that there will be struggle when … [Read more...]

The number one killer for humans is cancer. The problem with this disease is that it can attack so many different organs and parts of our body, that it feels like it is impossible to defend against it. However, we can definitely make it more difficult for cancer to penetrate our health defensive mechanism. The approach to this needs to be across different dimension, such as diet, exercising and … [Read more...]

There are many different great supplements on the market for muscle growth that you should try right now. One of those is whey protein powder which comes in the form of concenrtate or isolate. Concentrate is a form with less protein and more carbs and fats. You also should start taking creatine as it is a great way to get an extra pump to your muscles. Finally, essential amino acids are a great … [Read more...]

There are many different ways that you can start incorporating lemon into your side dishes. For example, when you are making rice you can sprinkle some lemon juice over it as well as some zest for some added flavor. You also can make Greek style potatoes where you cook them in lemon juice and then sprinkle some zest over the top of the finished product. Finally, you can make a very easy lemon … [Read more...]

There are many different things that can cause leaky gut snydrome but luckily there are many ways to fix them as well. Many people don't realize it but our gut health has amajor affect on most of our body in general. When we have poor gut health we can see an increased risk at many different things such as autoimmune diseases, dementia and chronic fatigue. The best way to fix leaky gut is to … [Read more...]