Imagine this: You’re out for a romantic candlelit dinner but can barely read the menu without using the flashlight on your phone. Then, as you’re driving home, the glare from oncoming cars practically blinds you, making it difficult to see the road ahead. These all-too-common experiences can indicate night blindness, a condition that makes it difficult to see in low-light …
Anxiety is a crippling problem in our society. In the United States, approximately 42.5 million people aged 18 and older report that they experience some degree of anxiety each year. In fact, worry, doubt, and nervousness are at the top of the list when it comes to health complaints for Americans. Are you one of the many struggling with anxiety? …
You’ve likely heard of insulin—that all-important hormone that helps blood sugar (glucose) enter your cells so that it can be used for energy. In a perfect world, your pancreas produces just enough insulin to balance the amount of glucose in your blood at any given time. But some people don’t respond well to the effects of insulin—a condition known as …
It’s no secret that the ketogenic diet has been a game changer for thousands of people trying to lose weight. But, adopting a keto lifestyle offers so much more! According to researchers at Western Kentucky University, consuming a keto diet that consists of 75 percent fat, 20 percent protein, and 5 percent carbs can benefit your cholesterol levels, improve your …
Imagine a society in which people had no training! Whether you realize it or not, from birth on, life is filled with training. A society without rules would be chaos. It’s the same for dogs. An unruly pet can upset the whole household. But proper training can help reestablish calm. Think Like a Dog Try to understand training from your …
If you are over 50, it is more important than ever to make exercise part of your daily routine. Consistently working out can ensure that you stay active and healthy through your 60s, 70s, and beyond. Why Exercise Matters Muscle mass declines with age, a condition technically known as sarcopenia. The consequence of this muscle loss has a domino effect …
Learning about the many types of nutrients could easily be a full-time job unto itself. But if you don’t have the time and simply want to know what makes a vitamin, mineral, botanical, or other nutrient valuable to your health, you’ve come to the right place. Grapes Contain a Treasure of Amazing Nutrients Scientists, medical researchers, and ordinary people alike …
Medicinal Mocktails Tastes like a refreshing cocktail, but doesn’t cause a hangover? We’ll take two, please! Medicinal mocktails are having a moment and we’re here for it. For health-seekers whose palates pursue the flavors and creativity of craft cocktails—but don’t always want the alcohol—medicinal mocktails can satisfy cravings while also providing amazing health benefits. Ingredients in these “health-ified” beverages often …
The Study Abstract: Jafarinia M, Sadat Hosseini M, Kasiri N, et al. Quercetin with the potential effect on allergic diseases. Allergy Asthma Clin Immunol. 2020 May;16:36. Quercetin is a naturally occurring polyphenol flavonoid that is rich in antioxidants. It has anti-allergic functions that are known for inhibiting histamine production and pro-inflammatory mediators. Quercetin can regulate the Th1/Th2 stability and decrease the …
In the 1970s, metabolic syndrome came to the forefront as the blanket term to describe a cluster of health conditions that appeared to occur together and increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. These markers included high blood pressure, high blood sugar, elevated triglycerides, high LDL (bad) cholesterol, and low HDL (good) cholesterol, along with an …