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These Warm Cranberry-Orange Protein Muffins are kid-friendly, naturally sweetened, and perfect for breakfast or a snack. Made with Greek yogurt and whole grains. Once I finally got my fill of pumpkin spice (I know…gasp!), these warm, citrusy, cranberry stud muffins are the first thing I bake. They smell like the holidays, taste like a little winter sunshine, and make the perfect breakfast or snack during this very busy season of school concerts, parties, and sports practices. As a nutritionist and mom of three, I’m always thinking about how to give my kids quick, nutrient-dense options that they’ll actually eat. These…
A new University of Toronto study has discovered a potential biomarker linked to the progression of multiple sclerosis (MS) that could help identify patients most likely to benefit from new drugs. The findings were published today in Nature Immunology and validated in both mouse and human models. We believe we have uncovered a potential biomarker that signals that a patient is experiencing so-called “compartmentalized inflammation” in the central nervous system, a phenomenon well-liked in the progression of MS. It was really hard to know who was progressing and who wasn’t.” Jen Gommerman, professor and chair of immunology, U…
In previous blog posts I have talked about ditching new year goals that seem unrealistic and stressful, the new year isn’t just about resolutions, it’s about reflection and intention. In 2026, let’s make self-care more than bubble baths and “me time.” It’s time to set boundaries that protect your energy, your time, and your emotional well-being. Because boundaries are not selfish, they are necessary for sustainable mental health. Many of us enter the year stretched thin, over-committed to work and side projects, trying to keep everyone happy, engaged in social media trends, notifications and endless external noise. Without boundaries, exhaustion,…
Last updated on January 2, 2026 A relatively new company Superpower contacted me and offered a free lab trial to test their platform. Considering it had been quite some time since I had a blood test, I jumped at the chance. As usual, after practicing what I preach, things were looking pretty good. And of course, there was still room for improvement. This article, and the one to come, will dive into those results, the good and the bad, so you can learn from it. About Superpower Superpower is a prevention-focused health subscription that combines 100+ biomarker blood tests, a…
EnglishOne of the best tools your body has to keep you healthy is your immune system. This fuerza complicada y protectora que se encuentra dentro de ti is designed to locate and destroy enemy cells (things that should not be in the body) stories like viruses, bacteria and sometimes cancer cells. Sin embargo, el cáncer puede ser difícil because some cancer cells learn to hide from the immune system so that they do not identify them as a threat. When this happens, your immune system might not recognize them as enemies and might not attack them as they should.Immunotherapy is…
Teachers made a difference (and it showed)Before we get into week 10, the biggest shout out goes to the OPEX trainers and mentors. This didn’t seem like a typical “educational group running a course” organization. The people who lead the program are also people who run the company and shape the brand.In the first eight weeks we learned with Carl, the CEO of OPEX. This matters. When someone at this level takes the time to teach coaches every week, it sends a clear message of what the company values.Then the last two weeks turned into marketing and sales for fitness…
Scientists and doctors can better evaluate precision genome editing technology using a new method released today by St. John’s Children’s Research Hospital. Jude. Significant time and resources spent on improving CRISPR gene editing technology are focused on identifying small off-target sites that pose a safety risk, which is also technically challenging. The researchers of St. Jude tackled the problem by creating Traffic for high-throughput analysis of genome-wide nuclease effects by sequence-based processors (CHANGE-seq-BE), an unbiased, sensitive and resource-efficient method for finding these off-target changes. It outperformed conventional approaches and has already been used to support clinical work. The technique was…
By tracking how adaptive genes sweep gut bacteria across continents, researchers are uncovering a hidden evolutionary response to modern diets and lifestyles and a powerful new way to study microbiome evolution. Study: Gene-selective scans are pervasive in human gut microbiomes. Image credit: Danijela Maksimovic/Shutterstock.com A recent study in Nature developed a comprehensive linkage disequilibrium score (iLDS), a novel scan selection statistic, to identify adaptive alleles that spread in host microbiomes through recombination-driven processes, including migration and horizontal gene transfer (HGT). This emphasizes common selective pressures and their role in shaping microbiome diversity and function. Genetic adaptations to the gut microbiome…
After five years of celebrating New Year’s Eve with my own kids, I’ve discovered the secret to a stress-free New Year’s Eve celebration: skip midnight altogether. We count down to 7pm (midnight in London), pop balloons in our living room, watch real fireworks on YouTube and we’re all in bed by 8pm. It has become our favorite family tradition and the kids look forward to it every year.If you’ve ever dealt with tired toddler meltdowns at 11:45 p.m., or spent New Year’s exhausted from staying up late, New Year’s Eve noon is about to change everything.In this Guide:What is noon…
Prep 2026: Build your power base in total fitnessMaria Sollon, MS, CSCS, PESPreparation is everything. Before the New Year rolls around, lay a foundation of strength, control and confidence with this Total Gym Prep workout. Each movement activates your muscles, builds endurance, and creates a solid foundation of strength and stability that will give you the foundation to reach your 2026 fitness goals.Get ready to move purposefully with movements that challenge your body and prepare your muscles to enter the new year strong, fit and ready for what’s to come!Preparation with a purposeThis Total Gym routine isn’t about exhausting yourself.…