Berberine is a natural supplement with some amazing research on it for reducing high blood glucose levels and reducing high cholesterol. The drawback, though, is poor absorption in the intestines, decreasing its effectiveness. In this article, I’ll go in-depth on research studies on berberine, including: how berberine works who might benefit from it how it…
Month: May 2023
CYP17A1: Steroid Hormone Production and Metabolism
Key Takeaways:~ The formation of steroid hormones, such as testosterone and estrogen, depends on CYP17A1.~ Genetic variants (SNPs) in the CYP17A1 gene can impact hormone levels.~ Knowing your genetic variants can help you understand your risk for hormone-related conditions. What is CYP17A1? The CYP17A1 gene encodes an enzyme essential for the formation of steroid hormones,…
Why You Should Eat More Fermented Foods, Plus 9 to Try
Experts have a gut feeling: You should probably start eating more fermented foods. Fermentation involves exposing food to yeast or microorganisms that break down components such as starch and sugar. This ancient method of food preservation may offer real benefits for the body. Fermented foods contain “good” bacteria that can help keep our gut and…
Drink Up These 12 Healthy Teas
Tea is the second most commonly consumed beverage in the world, after water. Green tea, black tea, mint tea and chamomile tea highlight a seemingly endless array of healthy teas. But, not all types of tea are created equal. Certain types are healthier than others. Some are nearly as high in caffeine as your morning coffee,…
Can This Traditional Chinese Supplement Really Lower Cholesterol?
Whether you’re interested in natural remedies or just looking for ways to support your health, you may have heard about red yeast rice. This dietary supplement is believed to have an impact on heart health — but does it actually work? And is it safe? Here’s a quick rundown on some potential benefits and risks you should…
Get More Vitamin D by Adding These Foods to Your Diet
Quick: Name a few foods high in vitamin D. Stumped? That’s likely because while vitamin D is an essential vitamin with plenty of benefits, it can be a little elusive. “There aren’t a lot of good food sources of vitamin D,” says Amy Gorin, MS, RDN, a registered dietitian in the New York City area. That doesn’t mean…
7 Benefits of Coconut Milk
If you’re looking for a dairy-free milk alternative, you’ve got plenty of options to choose from — like soy, macadamia, oat, almond, cashew, and rice milk, just to name a few. But coconut milk benefits in particular have been getting a lot of attention recently. So what exactly is coconut milk? There are two products…
What Effect Does Aging Have on the Nervous System?
The nervous system controls almost all your actions—sending messages from the brain throughout your body to regulate your thoughts, movements, cognition, involuntary responses, and different physiological processes. Like other body systems, the nervous system is not immune to the effects of aging. Many age-related conditions negatively impact the function, health, and integrity of components of…
Is Coconut Water Actually Good for You or Just Hype?
You probably see cartons of it lined up in the grocery store (and in your fit friend’s fridge), but is coconut water good for you? What are its benefits, and with all the other types of water, is it worth shelling out the extra money? Read on to find out what you need to know…
Insights, Innovation, and Inspiration: What the 31st Annual Spring Congress Has in Store for You
The highly anticipated 31st Annual Spring Congress: The Fire Inside: Inflammation: The Common Pathway to Disease kicks off on Friday, May 18th promising a game-changing weekend of advanced education and practice transformation. This year’s signature event gathers some of the medical world’s brightest minds and most influential voices to spotlight one of the greatest threats to public…