If you want a defined and toned upper body, you have to do more than just bicep exercises. To have sculpted arms, you’ll need to strengthen your tricep muscles as well. The “three-headed” tricep muscle makes up approximately two-thirds of your upper arm and gives the back of your arm its pleasing horseshoe shape. As…
The surprising science of oversleeping
Reviewed by Jennifer Martin, PhD Maybe you’ve seen the headlines about how oversleeping has been linked to a greater risk of disease and death. If you’re the kind of person who regularly clocks more than eight hours of slumber, these news stories have probably made you wonder, “Why do I sleep so much? And is…
9 Best Dutch Ovens of 2023
Dutch ovens have been around for centuries. The best Dutch ovens are typically made from enameled cast iron and feature thick walls. They should also have a tight-fitting lid to ensure even heat distribution and to lock in moisture for meats, stews, soups, sourdough bread, and more. If you’re thinking of purchasing this essential kitchen…
Disruption of the Growth Hormone Receptor Gene in Adipose Tissue Results in Increased Lifespan
Summary: In mice, disruption of the growth hormone receptor gene in fat cells improved insulin sensitivity in advanced age and increased lifespan. Source: Ohio University A study of mice led by Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and Edison Biotechnology Institute researchers has shown that stopping the activity of growth hormone (GH) in fat…
Driving that Gene, Mutations are Seen: Spreading a new trait through a viral population
By Marius Walter, PhDPostdoctoral Research Fellow in the Verdin lab The Buck Institute for Research on Aging is best known for its work on, well, aging, but some labs also focus on other related areas. The Verdin lab, where I am a postdoctoral scientist, studies the immune system and aging, but also has scientists focused…
The Power of Meditation
How 20 minutes of alone time with your wandering mind can fill your life with more calm and less anxiety. Take a minute and inventory your day. If you’re like most of us, you wake up and reach for your phone. You might have a quick second for breakfast between getting the kids ready and…
Power Up Your Mitochondria with KetoPrime
Your mitochondria power every cell in your body. They turn the fats and sugars you eat into cellular energy that keeps your body running. If you make your mitochondria stronger, your whole body benefits from the increased energy. More efficient mitochondria make you live longer, too.[1] On the other hand, if your mitochondria degrade (as…
Paraxanthine Supplement Review: Dose, Benefits, Uses
Paraxanthine is a natural metabolite of caffeine that, when consumed with caffeine together from green tea, results in energy-boosting effects 4 times greater than just consuming caffeine alone. It also has lower toxicity, weaker anxiogenic properties, and stronger dopaminergic effects than caffeine.source
The Genetics Behind Gray Hair: Causes, Factors, and Natural Solutions
Key takeaways:~ Gray hair is likely due to a lack of melanocytes (melanin-producing cells) in the hair follicle.~ Melanocyte stem cell dysfunction may be to blame.~ Genetics plays a role in whether you are likely to go gray earlier or later. Members will see their genotype report below, plus additional solutions in the Lifehacks section….
The 8th Wonder of the World: Saving Lives
Here is part 2 of the first blog in a series from Dominican University Master’s students. In today’s post, the team dives into the specifics of the COVID-19 vaccine with information that will make it clear that the vaccine is safe and will save hundreds of thousands of lives. You can read part 1 here….