Whether you’re 18 or 80, you want your skin to glow with vibrant health. To support radiant skin, eat well, drink enough water, and use sunscreen and clean skin care daily. Beyond the basics, antioxidants support healthy skin from the inside out. And when it comes to antioxidant supplements, there’s average, and there’s Activation. How…
8 Easy Ways to Eat More Protein Every Day
Getting enough protein in your diet isn’t always easy. The average person needs about 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day, which amounts to around 58 grams per day for a 160-pound person. And if you’re working out regularly and looking to put on muscle mass, you’ll need even more than that — about…
CYP2J2: Arachidonic Acid, Inflammation, and Heart Disease
Key takeaways:~ CYP2J2 is a gene in the CYP450 family of phase I detoxification enzymes.~ Arachidonic acid and other polyunsaturated fatty acids are turned into bioactive signals by CYP2J2.~ Genetic variants in CYP2J2 can increase the risk of heart disease.Members will see their genotype report below and the solutions in the Lifehacks section. Consider joining…
Biohacking Concussions: 27+ Natural Remedies & Tech for Rapid TBI Recovery
“Do you have a conc—? No, actually don’t answer that. I don’t want to know. Just sit out a few plays and rest.” — Dozens of similar conversations I overheard between coaches and athletes I played 11 years of competitive collision sports. Not contact—most team sports include some contact—but intentional collision. At maximum speeds. Ironically,…
5 Genes That Can Help You Dial In Your Diet
Tired of guessing which vitamins and nutrients you need more of? Use your genetic raw data from 23andMe or AncestryDNA to find out! Here are five examples of how you can use your genetic data to understand how your genes can influence your need for specific nutrients. This is a great starting point for learning…
Is Your Sperm Healthy? The Answer Could Affect Your Longevity.
As you may have heard, male fertility is on the decline. Sperm counts today are 58% lower than they were a century ago. In response, The World Health Organization keeps reducing the definition of “normal.” It’s gone down four times since 1980. If this concerns you, it may be because you’ve considered becoming a dad….
18 Healthiest Fruits That Pack the Most Nutrition
Let’s make one thing clear right away: There is no number-one healthiest fruit. If you’re looking to stock up on the healthiest fruit to eat, diversify both your palate and your palette. “In general, the greater the variety of colors of the fruit you eat, the greater the health benefits due to various nutrients represented…
The Biggest Scientific Breakthroughs Start with the Tiniest Findings
A Buck story involving sirtuins, “carbon stress” and a bit of scientific controversy The Buck Institute is devoted to research about the processes that contribute to aging and the diseases that come with age. While some findings are being tested in humans, other research is at a very basic, molecular level where it may…
DAO Enzyme Supplements: Research Studies and Genetic Connections
Key takeaways:~ DAO enzyme supplements can help with symptoms of histamine intolerance.~ DAO supplements can be pork kidney-based or plant-based (pea sprouts).~ Genetic variants in the AOC1 gene may cause decreased DAO production. Altered gut microbiome composition is another cause of excessive histamine production.~ Alternatives or additions to DAO supplements include increasing vitamin B6, eating…