Diet that is completely based on plants is taking the world by storm and major food producers have taken a notice. Eating such food is quite beneficial to our environment, personal health and well-being of animals which surround us. Starting on such diet can be difficult and people often need additional motivation. We present a list that contains books that are not only informational, but provide … [Read more...]

There are quite a few different exercises that you can try in order to get a healthy gut microbiome. The gut is responsible for the immune system, your metabolism, how you digest food and is even connected to your mental health. There are a few different things that will impact your microbiome in a negative way which is poor foods, medications and toxins from the environment. When you exercise, … [Read more...]

There are many different ways that you can optimize the human growth hormone. Growth hormones are released by the master gland and are used for many different things such as optimizing growth, repairing cells and our metabolism. These growth hormones work with others to support the composition of our body as well as maintain the overall health of our tissues and organs. There are many things that … [Read more...]

If you aren't getting enough sleep then you could be opening yourself up to a whole host of problems, including hormonal issues, weight fluctuations, and memory troubles. In this episode of the podcast, we will hear from the variety of experts in the fields of wellness, medicine, and sleep in order to figure out how to strike a good balance between sleep and well-being. All of this is possible … [Read more...]

Strawberries can be an object of fascination at times. Thinking about the childhood, we can all recall that strawberries were the fruit that we were often attracted to. This is not surprising given the many ways we can prepare them and eat them. They can be a staple for the picnic spread, but also be couple with a champagne. They are light in calorie content, so they should be considered by those … [Read more...]

Products made of soy have long been controversial as to their benefits and there is a group of nutritionists that still believe they should not be included in our diet. The culprit for such attitude are phytoestrogens. The claim is that this substance is a cancerogenic and that by consuming it we may induce an imbalance of our hormones that exists naturally in our system. Newer studies … [Read more...]

Nerve that plays a critical role in your overall mental state and health stretches from brain base through the neck and down to abdomen. It provides a direct link between the gut and brain. It is also important in heart dynamics regulation, breathing in general and digestion. Poor emotional states like depression and anxiety are tied to the works of this nerve, and these states signal the need for … [Read more...]

Few people realize just how much lemon balm can benefit their well-being. Lemon balm can be used to manage stress, gastrointestinal issues, combat infections, and improve cognitive health. Lemon balm goes to work on your gut microbiome, fighting off inflammation and boosting your immunity. A variety of studies have proven the efficacy of lemon balm. It can even be used to soothe colic in babies … [Read more...]

Applying a resistance against the work of your muscles is a fitness routine that is gaining in popularity among general public. This kind of exercise should be combined with other fitness activities like aerobics. When it comes to this training, it is crucial to determine your goals before you start training, because your body can and will adapt to training type. Additionally, based on the goals … [Read more...]

There are a few different things that you can do with the mindful attention awareness scale if you are using it in a coaching context. You are able to use this scale once you give a client the assessment which features 15 different questions and they are answering on a scale of 1-6. This can help understand how much a person has the ability to pay attention and helps them become more self aware. … [Read more...]

Many people who are serious about their workout routines have been told that there should a period where your body needs to cool in a controlled way. We have also seen that many athletes apply similar strategies after intense game or training. However, there are some experts who question the need for such activities. Several years ago, a study that explored these benefits was published. The … [Read more...]

There are many different foods that can prevent diseases and repair our DNA according to Dr. William Li. Food has a major effect on our lives and the right foods can prevent things like cancer, cardiovascular disease and inflammation. Foods can also work together with medicine in order to have an even more positive effect. Dr. Li has been on many different television shows such as the Dr. Oz show, … [Read more...]

The glymphatic system has a few different functions but the main one is simply to be a cleaner of the brain. This will allow the brain to function at it's highest level as the system will remove the toxins and waste that can damage our brain. When our glymphatic system isn't in optimal shape, we can see brain decline and aging of the brain. There are some different strategies that we can use in … [Read more...]

There are many different ways that we can activate our natural healing system. One thing that most humans don't realize or take advantage of is the fact that we have control over our health. Our bodies are able to do so many amazing things that allow us to heal and rebalance as long as we optimize our body. There are also many great supplements and vitamins that we can take on a daily basis that … [Read more...]

There are many different herbs that you can take in order to improve the quality of your sleep. Passion flower is a herb that can help improve our sleep because it upregulates the GABA levels in our brain. It also has been shown to have a positive impact on anxiety, blood pressure and inflammation. Lemon balm is another herb that has been used in Europe for years and helps calm the nerves. Lemon … [Read more...]

The ketogenic diet has gained a lot of notoriety over the last decade and more research is being done to see if it can have an effect on preventing and treating certain diseases. Ketones are a vital part of our body as they are used as fuel for our mitochondria when we don't have glucose available. The mitochondria is small structures in our cells that hold various types of fuel. Those fuels are … [Read more...]

It has now been scientifically proven that the health of your intestines and stomach is vital to our health overall. There are also additional facts we are finding out about our stomach as a result of scientific studies and research. The connection between our gut and our brain is also documented. This axis explains why nervousness triggers the feeling of pain in the stomach. This is the result of … [Read more...]

Flowers are not just visually beautiful, they have a culinary tradition dating back thousands of years. Not all flower varieties are edible, however, and many are harmful. Examples of edible flowers include carnations, chamomile, hibiscus, lavender and squash blossoms. The safest source of edible flowers is to buy seeds and grow them yourself. Be sure to use only non-toxic pesticides. It's also … [Read more...]

In children, sleep disorders can cause problems with school performance and behavior, as well as create neurologic and immunologic issues. Researchers have detected the existence of the brain microbiome that has an impact on sleep. The brain is essentially cleared of waste during sleep, especially REM sleep. Children with neurologic challenges tend to have less REM sleep and fewer dreams, and thus … [Read more...]

Doctors are taught all about pharmaceuticals, but not enough about the power of food as medicine. Dr. William Li joins us on this episode of The Doctor’s Farmacy to discuss this topic. Dr. Li explains how food compounds interact with the body's biology and how doctors can prescribe “farmaceutical" alternatives. We'll also discuss the importance of our microbiomes. Dr. Li even shares how his mother … [Read more...]