Have you ever heard the phrase “seeing is believing”? This old saying refers to the fact that, in general, you need to see something before you can accept that it really exists or occurs. But the problem is, sometimes, we don’t have the means to clearly “see” what’s really going on beneath the surface. This…
Today we’re going to dive into exactly why staying hydrated is such a crucial component of your health and explore how molecules known as electrolytes can help you optimize your hydration levels.
It’s safe to say that just about all of us hope for a long life. But not just a long life. What we really hope for is to maintain our youthful vigor – to feel good and look good well into our golden years. Human beings have been searching for ways to slow down time…
If you’ve been diagnosed with a mold-related illness, chances are, somewhere along the way, a doctor or loved one has told you that your symptoms were all “in your head”. When grappling with an illness that’s hard to pinpoint and that’s triggered by a culprit that’s often even harder to pinpoint, it’s not uncommon to…
Today we’re going to explore what bacteria in your gut is, how this delicate ecosystem is connected to your brain, and how on earth the tiny microbes in your gut may impact your motivation to exercise. Let’s dive in.
When you hear the word melatonin, chances are, you automatically think about sleep. Of all the supplements that are readily available, melatonin is by far one of the most popular thanks to its high-profile reputation as a powerful, all-natural sleep aid. But melatonin isn’t just a supplement you find in the pharmacy aisle of your…
It’s no secret that we live in a highly toxic world – with toxic compounds lurking just about everywhere we turn. The good news is, our bodies have some pretty complex systems in place to help us filter out, eliminate, and detox these compounds. But the bad news is, we may be exposed to such…
Today we’re going to explore exactly what leaky gut syndrome is, how you can use the specific carbohydrate diet to help heal leaky gut.
Did you know that your brain is plastic? I’m not referring to the synthetic material used to make water bottles and grocery bags. I’m referring to the other definition of plastic – meaning something is malleable, pliable, and able to be reshaped. This phenomenon is known as neuroplasticity – a remarkable process that quite literally…
Artificial sweeteners have become commonplace in our country. Sit down at any local restaurant and you’re all but guaranteed to see little yellow, blue, and pink artificial sweetener packets right alongside the sugar. Or stroll down the baking aisle in the grocery store and you’re bound to see a slew of “sugar-free” or “low-sugar” sweet…
