Month: May 2024

Reviewed by Brian St. Pierre, MS, RD We all make thousands of decisions every day, large and small. What to have for breakfast. Whether or not to exercise—or when. Which project to tackle first at work. More coffee or not. After a while, it’s only natural that decision fatigue sets in. Decision fatigue can happen…

Smart wearables give you invaluable insights into the innermost workings of your body (and brain). The right devices passively collect your biomarker data in the background, without you expending energy, time, or effort. Establishing your baseline. Then, this technology helps you spot patterns that would otherwise fly under the radar for years, decades, or even…

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We hear a lot about how many calories you need to eat for weight loss — but what about calories to maintain weight once you hit your goal? The exact answer depends on a variety of factors, so we’ve put together some general guidelines to help you calculate how many calories you need to maintain your current…

Some women go through menopause significantly earlier than the average age of 51. When it occurs before age 45, it is considered “early” and before the age of 40 “premature.” Aside from relief that comes with never having to buy feminine products again, early and premature menopause comes with an increased risk for certain health…

Key takeaways:~ Two new studies identify genetic variants in FN1, which encodes fibronectin, as being protective against Alzheimer’s in people with APOE E4.~ Fibronectin interacts with amyloid-beta and the blood-brain barrier.~ Variants that reduce fibronectin decreased Alzheimer’s risk by 70%. Alzheimer’s pathology due to BBB dysfunction: The biggest risk factor for late-onset Alzheimer’s disease is…

Many top scientists, high-performers, and biohackers have been talking about “polyphenols” recently. That’s because polyphenols are key to: Longevity Anti-aging Immunity Gut health Hormones Stress resilience & adaptation Athletic performance & muscle building Brain health Weight loss Beauty Basically, every facet of health. They’re not new… Perhaps the most under-appreciated class of nutritional substances, polyphenols…

Reviewed by Brian St. Pierre, MS, RD You can learn everything on your own… right? In other words, between books and free online articles and videos, what’s the point of working with a health coach? Well, there’s a few points… A health coach offers unique knowledge and insights that can help you in ways you…

Reviewed by Brian St. Pierre, MS, RD From hitting a wall with your workouts to stalled weight loss, plateaus can occur at any stage. But all that hard work hasn’t been for nothing. Plateaus, although frustrating, can be useful. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at what causes them, how to push through,…

Reviewed by Brian St. Pierre, MS, RD You can learn everything on your own… right? In other words, between books and free online articles and videos, what’s the point of working with a health coach? Well, there’s a few points… A health coach offers unique knowledge and insights that can help you in ways you…