If we predominantly look at nearby surfaces, we are less aware of our surroundings and increase near visual stress and the risk of developing myopia.
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Energy drinks are not benign and can stimulate heart arrythmias in sensitive individuals. Caffeine is a central nervous stimulant and direct sympathomimetic agonist to the SA node of the heart. Caution should be exercised when consuming caffeine-laden drinks.
Foods that fell into the ultra-processed category contained, “more added sugar, more saturated fat, more sodium, less fiber and much higher energy density.”
For increased ROM in the shoulders explore some of the following (remember the basics: diaphragmatic breathing, minimum effort, rapid release) in addition, do the practices to the rhythm of the music that you enjoyed as a young person.
Society is fractured, stressed by misinformation, media amplification, failures in leadership, and our own fears and biases.
By recommitting to virtues of character like civility, compassion, and humility, we can start to make positive changes to overcome these fractures.
A 2009 publication showed that the enzyme nattokinase dissolved Alzheimer plaque in vitro. In 2013 it was reported that orally supplemented nattokinase “completely” removed amyloid plaque from the hippocampus of Alzheimer model rodents.
Could it be that one or more of those nearly one hundred different microscopic organisms that take part in this cocoa’s fermentation create a metabolite that persists into the final processed cocoa powder that alters the consumer’s gut biome?
Discovering the significance of urolithin-A from ellagic acid in raspberries, highlighting the role of gut microbiota in nutrient conversion for health benefits.
Taking a pinch of salt before and after every meal sharpens up the hydrochloric acid after a few days. Iodine from salt also kills other types of microbes such as mold or bacteria.
Socrates’ philosophy of questioning everything resonates in modern times. Embracing the scientific method and healthy skepticism can lead to better understanding and decision-making.
Repurposing old drugs like metformin to combat SARS-CoV-2 shows promise in reducing mortality rates. Managing blood sugar levels is crucial in preventing severe infections.
Exploring the benefits of curcumin for long-term health, the author delves into the complexities of absorption and the potential placebo effects in personal health choices.
Discover how intermittent fasting and a low carbohydrate/ketogenic diet improved a clinician’s exercise endurance and overall health over 15 years, leading to better physical performance and health markers.
Anti-aging expert discusses how vaccines may deplete immune resources as we age, impacting response to infections. Concerns raised on immune capacity in elderly and children.
Neurodermatitis, associated with dysautonomy, often misdiagnosed, linked to behavioral disorders triggering catecholaminergic reactions and vasoactive substances.
Metanx, a medical food, shows promise in improving symptoms of diabetic nerve damage, reducing pain and enhancing quality of life in patients with peripheral neuropathy.
Vitamin D’s health benefits extend beyond bones, impacting musculoskeletal disorders, infectious diseases, autoimmune diseases, cancer, diabetes, and more.
It has proven to be difficult, if not impossible, to proceed to full-scale randomized controlled trials (RCTs) for most of the natural methods that cannot be patented or otherwise monopolized.
By addressing food sensitivities through targeted testing and personalized dietary interventions, individuals can take a significant step toward reducing inflammation, improving gut health, and enhancing overall well-being.
As the producer of The Moss Report, the year leading up to the Covid-19 pandemic was filled with anticipation and excitement. We had invested years of hard work and significant resources into two major projects: our feature film, Immunotherapy: The Battle Within, and...
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