Excipients are inactive and non-nutritive additives used in most supplements and medications. They may be added to improve stability, enhance taste or appearance, or facilitate manufacturing processes. While excipients make processing and storage of supplements easier, there are potential health risks that come with their use. … Read the rest
As Father’s Day approaches, it’s an ideal time to honor the dads in our lives and advocate for their vitality and longevity! What more thoughtful gift could you present to Dad than one that says “I love you so much that I would like you to … Read the rest
News media is having a heyday over berberine supplements right now. As it turns out, the clinical data justifies the hype.
Carrying excess body weight is not only a vanity issue. Excess body mass is associated with numerous health risks. Putting healthy efforts into maintaining a … Read the rest
‘Tis the season for holiday parties and potlucks. The best part about a potluck is trying lots of different dishes from lots of different cooks. The worst part about a potluck is not knowing any of the … Read the rest
The start of a new year is a great time to start anew with healthier habits for a healthier you. If you’ve been following the waves of research published in the sphere of health and wellness, you’ve probably read (more than once) that gut health is … Read the rest
The holidays are a time of joy and celebration. Once they’re over, however, many of us face seasonal sadness, and maybe even a few extra pounds of cookie weight. Why not push the reset button on the new year by starting your days with a refreshing … Read the rest
There is some controversy around the term “adrenal fatigue” as it is hard to define or diagnose. In fact, much of Western medicine doesn’t recognize this diagnosis. However, the phenomenon of chronic stress taking a toll on the body is very real … Read the rest
The word “estrobolome” hints at its meaning. You probably recognize the “estro-” of estrogen and the “-ome” from microbiome. The estrobolome is a group of microbes that can influence the estrogen balance in your body. Yes, this applies to all humans on … Read the rest
Hormones are incredibly important to your physiology. A steady flow of these tiny chemical messengers is responsible for mediating your mood, energy level, metabolism, fertility, and many of the structural changes to your body. When your hormones are imbalanced, … Read the rest
Kimchi has been a staple dish in Korean cuisine for at least 2000 years. While it is a generic term referring to salted and fermented vegetables, most people are familiar with a mostly cabbage kimchi that has a kick of spiciness coming from … Read the rest
