Antioxidants are one of those compounds you hear about all the time, but their functions, benefits, and sources aren’t always clear. This article is for everyone who’s ever wondered “what are antioxidants, and am I getting enough of them?” Let’s separate myths from facts and look at which vitamins have antioxidant properties, which foods are…
Month: June 2023
How Old Are You(r Organs)? – Examining Human Organ Systems As Markers Of Aging
While aging is commonly considered a whole-person phenomenon, a growing body of research reveals that different biological systems and human organs age at varying rates. Emerging evidence highlights the natural aging process – and the variation in its rates – as reflective of a complex interplay of age, chronic disease, lifestyle factors, and genetic risks, all…
Why a Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Test Is a Meaningful Health Measure
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c or sometimes A1c) is a blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the last three to four months. Physicians typically order this test to monitor people who may be at risk of prediabetes or to see how someone is managing diabetes. But more and more people are interested in…
News and Research: MS, remyelination, and an OTC antihistamine
Study: MWF of the corpus callosum is a robust measure of remyelination: Results from the ReBUILD trial Published: PNAS, May 2023 Overview: The study included 50 multiple sclerosis (MS patients) and looked at the brain regions that are rich in myelin. In MS, the body attacks the myelin sheath. The study looked at ways to…
Want to Get Healthy? Eat More Dessert
What if you could eat ice cream to improve your health? Improve your digestion by eating cake? Lose weight and eat brownies and even have more energy — all by eating more dessert? You can, and you should. You don’t have to give up the good stuff to live your best life (because cutting out…
The 11 Best Trader Joe’s Salad Dressings
While the store is best-known for its variety of irresistible snacks and frozen foods, Trader Joe’s salad dressings are among their most criminally underrated products. From mild flavors that let the ingredients shine to bold ones you can’t find anywhere else, there are good and good-for-you dressings if you know where to look. These 11…
The ONLY 7 Top C60 Oil Supplements For Longevity, Lifespan, & Overall Health
Carbon 60 (C60) is an underground yet powerful longevity supplement. The scientists that discovered it won a Nobel Prize. This miracle molecule is a potential game-changer for anti-aging, optimal performance, and overall well-being. The majority of C60 on the market is completely toxic. It’s highly contaminated and intended for industrial use only. Many unscrupulous vendors…
Taurine supplementation extends healthy lifespan in several species
Taurine is a naturally occurring metabolite known to support immune health and nervous system function. It’s one of the most abundant amino acids found in humans and other complex animals. In humans, lower taurine is linked to higher risks for type 2 diabetes, hypertension, obesity, inflammation and liver disease. Blood concentrations of taurine decline with…
Harnessing the Power of AI in Anti-Aging and Functional Medicine
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the healthcare industry by providing computer systems with human-like intelligence to perform complex tasks such as visual perception, speech recognition, decision-making, and language translation. As the capabilities of this technology expand, so will the number of its potential applications in the medical realm. In anti-aging and functional medicine, physicians may…
How to Make a Nourishing Superfood Smoothie
Trying to stick to your healthy eating goals, but craving something sweet and decadent? Superfood smoothies might be what you need. Think of them as desserts that are loaded with nutrients — indulgent treats that can satisfy your sweet tooth while providing health-boosting benefits. Here’s why you should add superfood smoothies to your meal plan,…