Month: March 2023

InsideTracker now provides personalized insights that focus on the physiological uniqueness of peri- and postmenopausal women. This is the first installment of a greater emphasis on women’s health.  InsideTracker’s menopause insights include Menopause-specific biomarker and physiomarker interpretations New and updated recommendations to address menopause-related changes New ProTips 

Key takeaways:~ TNF-alpha (tumor necrosis factor alpha) is an inflammatory cytokine produced by the immune system to fight off pathogens and cancer cells.~ Chronic elevation of TNF-alpha levels is linked to autoimmune diseases, skin infections, gum disease, heart disease, depression, and neurodegenerative diseases.~ Genetic variants can increase your susceptibility to chronically elevated TNF-alpha.~ Understanding your…

BCAAs (short for branched-chain amino acids) may sound exotic, but you consume them every time you eat any food containing protein, including meat, eggs, nuts, seeds, and legumes, says registered dietitian Trista Best, MPH, RD, LD. Amino acids play roles in functions ranging from organ formation to muscle development and maintenance, and are necessary for…

Even if you haven’t heard of semaglutide, the chances are pretty good that you have heard or read about Ozempic® or Wegovy® in the past few months. Semaglutide is an FDA-approved medication for weight loss and the active ingredient used in those two prescription drugs. At Rejuvime Medical, we prescribe compounded semaglutide at a fraction…

Listen to this episode of Longevity by Design on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts In this episode of Longevity by Design, Dr. Kate Wolin discusses the tactics of behavior change science that can promote sustainable healthy habits. As a behavioral epidemiologist, Dr. Wolin provides actionable advice for health promotion in many contexts. She explains…

A longer life, a better mood, and the energy to enjoy life to the fullest—are just a few reasons we all want to live healthier lives. But, your wellbeing is largely on the lifestyle choices you make. Some daily habits will hinder our health, while others can unlock a long life of physical and mental…

“Supplements don’t do anything”. “They’re nothing but expensive urine”. “If supplements worked, they’d be regulated as drugs”. I hear these all the time. Here’s the thing… It’s true. Many health and fitness supplements do virtually nothing. Or worse. Due to dangerous fillers and toxic contaminants, some even have a net negative impact. This is why,…

Key takeaways:~ Fluoride may help your teeth resist decay through increasing the resistance to acid produced by bacteria.~ Too much fluoride is linked to skeletal and dental fluorosis, decreased IQ levels, and problems with thyroid hormone production.~ Genetic variants impact your resilience to the negative effects of chronic fluoride consumption. Some people are more likely…

You may or may not know that taking a single caplet of the Protandim® Nrf2 Synergizer™ supplement a day is thousands of times more effective at protecting your body from harmful free radicals than taking handfuls of direct antioxidants such as vitamin C, vitamin E etc.; but did you know it’s essentially the equivalent amount…

Cognitive function and other physiological factors, such as stress levels, have long been associated with physiological health and immunocompetence. Markers of cognitive function, such as reaction time, vigilance, and processing speed, are central to human ability and optimal performance. Variability in these measures is common, as numerous environmental, physical, and mental factors can modify them,…