What are Peptides? Peptides, similar to proteins, are short chains of amino acids that our body naturally produces. They act as signaling molecules within the body, instructing other cells and molecules on what functions to perform. There are over 7000 known peptides in our bodies, and...
Research shows that a high-sugar diet can lead to some severe health problems. While this may be common knowledge, many Americans do not know what types of sugars they should truly avoid. Most fruits contain plenty of sugar, but dieticians suggest eating a healthy amount...
In a world where our average attention span has dipped below that of a goldfish (9 seconds) and every day, more activities start to pile up on our plates giving us less and less time to be healthy, it becomes all the more important to...
What should I do about my aging skin? The advance in years may be the biggest culprit, but hormones are one of the biggest sub-reasons for the appearance of aging skin. Dryness, fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of elasticity can all be attributed in some...
Many Americans don’t realize how easy it is to swap a few select junk food items for much healthier alternatives that don’t sacrifice on taste.These alternative items are often in the same location in the grocery store and simply remain unseen by the masses. With...
We all know sleep is important to our daily function and performance. Although this is true, many people don’t realize the larger picture of rest in the context of relationships, emotions, physical practices, and day-to-day scheduling. Let’s start with relationships. Draining yourself by continuously scheduling social...
With flu season just around the corner, many are thinking about the best ways they can protect themselves against this virus in addition to COVID-19. The first line of defense against viral particles is always to wash your hands and maintain other sanitary practices such as...
With the cold season and spread of the Delta Variant, we are reminded of ways to keep healthy! Follow my five tips to prevent catching any disease and stay safe. 1. You are what you eat: We refer to your diet as your daily nutritional intake, and...
Omega-3 ranks among the most important essential nutrients out there today. Here’s a list of omega-3 benefits: 1. Omega-3 benefits your heart health: An Italian study of 11,324 heart attack survivors found that patients supplementing with fish oils markedly reduced their risk of another heart attack, stroke,...
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