I’m sure you’ve heard all about outdoor air pollution and how it can negatively affect your health, but did you know that the air you breathe inside your home can have similar effects? In fact, it can be even more toxic than stepping foot outside. And recent research is finding that polluted indoor air may…
Ever wondered if that childhood advice to eat your broccoli might have held more wisdom than you thought? As it turns out, there is actually a hidden superhero in those vibrant green florets – working its magic to boost your brainpower. This hidden superhero I’m referring to is a compound known as sulforaphane. Today we’re…
Ever wondered how ticks have an uncanny ability to find you, even in the vast expanse of the great outdoors? The answer to exactly how these creepy crawlers pull off their sneaky maneuvers might just shock you – literally! You see, as it turns out, ticks can actually fly through the air and magnetize themselves…
When you think of breast cancer, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Chances are, the microbes in your gut aren’t among the first things that pop into your head. However, research is finding that there is a complex and direct link between the microorganisms that reside within us and the devastating diagnosis of…
Ever experienced a day when getting out of bed feels like a monumental feat, as if you've just run a marathon in your sleep? Or found yourself wondering why a good night's rest hasn't rejuvenated you the way it used to? If the mere thought of checking off your to-do list leaves you utterly drained,…
We all know that fruits and vegetables are good for us right? But what exactly is it about these plant-based foods that make them so good for our health? As it turns out, the health benefits of fruits and veggies can, at least in part, be traced back to a class of compounds known as…
Your brain is an intricate and remarkable organ that makes you uniquely you. Our brain is the powerhouse that controls every thought we think, emotion we feel, and action we take. And this delicate network between our ears is uniquely susceptible to a toxin that’s become a growing concern in our increasingly toxic world. The…
What causes autism? This question has sparked heated debate and intense research in an attempt to unravel the complexities of this condition. But what if the journey to unraveling autism's mysteries led us to an unexpected starting point – the gut? Today we’re going to explore the intricate and complicated link between autism and a…
It’s safe to say that just about all of us are familiar with that stomach-churning, queasy feeling of nausea – and its even more unpleasant companion vomiting. Nausea and vomiting are not necessarily unexpected guests when we’re dealing with things like food poisoning or a stomach bug. But it can be perplexing and downright concerning…
Did you know that you have anywhere from 2 to 5 pounds of microbes living within your body? Now, don't let the word “microbes” scare you. These little guys are the unsung heroes of your health. Just as they rely on us for survival, we, in turn, rely on them for our own existence. And…
