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Green smoothies are being tested for the autoimmune disease lupus. There are dozens and dozens of calendars I try to stay on top of each month, and one I always look forward to is THE International Journal of Disease Reversal and Preventiona peer-reviewed medical “journal was created to document the science of nutrition and lifestyle to prevent, inhibit and reverse disease,” with an editor-in-chief no less prestigious than Dr. Kim Williams, past president of the American College of Cardiology. I had the honor to join the editorial advisory board, along with so many of my heroes. The best part? It’s…

After rediscovering her love for CrossFit, Howe is ready to crush her goals. Last updated on October 18, 2024 In 2019, Tayla Howe decided to go all in on CrossFit and set her sights on becoming a full-time athlete to make it to the CrossFit Games. Howe almost qualified for both the 2021 and 2022 Games. She placed 11th in the 2021 CrossFit Lowlands Throwdown semifinals and eighth in the 2022 CrossFit Strength in Depth semifinal (the top five women qualified for the Games in both events). In 2022, Howe was also invited to the Last Chance Qualifier, where she…

Protein bars, shakes and powders are increasingly popular with adults – but many teenagers may be jumping on the bandwagon too. Two in five parents say their teen took protein supplements in the past year, according to the University of Michigan Health CS Mott Children’s Hospital National Survey of Children’s Health. The trend was more common among teenage boys who were also more likely to take protein supplements every day or most days, parents said. Protein is part of a healthy diet, but it can be difficult for parents to know if their child is getting the right amount. …

New study reveals that men rely on opioid-based systems to relieve pain, while women may use unknown pathways, prompting the development of gender-specific pain treatments. Study: Autoregulatory analgesia in men but not women is mediated by endogenous opioids. Image credit: Prostock-studio / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal PNAS Nexusresearchers in the United States used a rigorously designed double-blind, counterbalanced study design involving two separate clinical trials with 98 participants (51 women) to confirm that men and women experience pain differently and to unravel the mechanisms that underpin these differences. Naloxone (opioid antagonist, case) versus saline (placebo,…

Collagen plays a vital role in maintaining the structure and firmness of the skin. However, as we age, the body produces less of it. Hydrolyzed collagen, a form of collagen that is broken down into smaller molecules, is increasingly being used in skin care to improve skin hydration, elasticity and texture. In this article, we’ll explore the science behind hydrolyzed collagen for skin, its benefits, and whether it lives up to the claims. What is Hydrolyzed Collagen? Hydrolyzed collagen, also known as collagen hydrolyzate, is collagen that has been broken down into smaller molecules through hydrolysis. This process facilitates the…

Autumn is here! Are you ready to eat the harvest? As the autumn season settles in around us, the bounty of the harvest becomes ripe for enjoyment. This is my favorite time of year with the cool breezes, bright leaves and delicious food! Focusing on eating with the seasons, particularly fall, offers a number of nutritional benefits, helps support local agriculture, and connects us to the rhythm of nature. I hope this fall harvest guide will provide an overview of top seasonal produce, the benefits of seasonal eating, and a recipe to help you get started with foraging fall produce.Why…

Very few people have the desire to carry the kind of grueling workload that Jocko Willink is used to on a daily basis. What many of these same people desire, however, is to get the inside scoop on what it takes to maintain Navy SEAL-like energy levels and consistency. The secret is, says the retired Navy SEAL, that it has now been added supplementary entrepreneur on his resume, is that there is no secret. It’s a fitting formula based on building discipline—and for Willink, discipline starts with skipping the snooze button. “Here’s what you do before you go to bed…

Groundbreaking research reveals the role of miRNAs in driving cancer, while offering innovative diagnostic tools and treatments, including solutions to chemotherapy resistance. Study: miRNA interaction: Mechanisms and therapeutic interventions in cancer. Image credit: Shutterstock AI / Shutterstock.com A recent review published in the journal MedComm Oncology describes how microRNAs (miRNAs) interact to cause cancer and their potential role in the diagnosis and treatment of this disease. What are miRNAs? The first miRNA was discovered in 1993 Caenorhabditis elegansa widely used animal model, and has since been detected in both plants and animals. After being synthesized as primary miRNAs, miRNAs are…

Ketamine and esketamine (Spravato) were breakthrough treatments for depression, but unfortunately, many people can’t afford ketamine or esketamine (more on the differences in a moment). That’s the sad reality of so many new treatments (especially in the United States) — they exist but aren’t available to the people who need them most. However, I recently learned of an antidepressant, dextromethorphan/bupropion, that works similarly to ketamine or esketamine, which may be an option for those looking for a new, unique depression treatment, particularly for treatment-resistant depression. See more about dextromethorphan vs. ketamine as a depression treatment. Ketamine vs. Escetamine? How do…

If you’re a powerlifting fanatic or new to lifting, you’re probably more interested in shoulder workouts and perfecting the Arnold press than boosting your VO2 max. Endurance athletes such as marathon runners, triathletes and cyclists are more attuned to improving their cardioDon’t get us wrong, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with wanting to look and feel your best, but if your exercise program was created with only strengthening those vanity muscles in mind, you may be missing out on training the most important muscle of all. — your heart. There are endless ways to perform cardio, from HIIT and Tabata training…