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3 ways to naturally improve insulin sensitivity
Insulin resistance can develop before blood sugar levels start to rise. Here are three simple, research-based ways to naturally improve insulin sensitivity.
Read moreIBS or low stomach acid? Why the symptoms are so easy to confuse
Have you been told that you have IBS, but feel that something still isn’t right? Bloating, gas, and abdominal cramps don’t always originate in the intestines. Here, we explain how low stomach acid can cause symptoms that resemble IBS, and why the cause matters.
Read moreAnti-inflammatory spice mix – 5 ingredients
Want to eat a little more anti-inflammatory food without making things complicated? This simple spice blend contains five spices rich in plant compounds and is perfect for porridge, pancakes, and overnight oats.
Read moreLow motivation? Research points to an unexpected explanation
You want to get started, but it feels like the start button isn’t working. New research points to an unexpected biological explanation that many have never heard of.
Read moreStress can do more than just tire you out
Stress and magnesium affect each other more than many realize. Here we explain what happens in the body and why the connection can become a vicious cycle.
Read moreWhy is astaxanthin called nature's strongest antioxidant?
What exactly makes astaxanthin different from other antioxidants? The answer lies in how the molecule works within the cell membrane – where many other antioxidants cannot reach in the same way.
Read moreSummer changes your gut flora more than you think
Summer changes your microbiome every day. But it doesn't have to be a negative thing. On the contrary, vacation can give your gut flora better conditions than the rest of the year, if you know what makes a difference.
Read moreWhy some women feel worse from fasting
Intermittent fasting works great for some, while others feel more tired, stressed, and experience poorer recovery. Here you’ll learn why the same method can produce very different results.
Read moreWhy does low-grade inflammation increase with age?
Getting older is inevitable. But there are things you can influence yourself to slow down age-related inflammation in the body. Here we explain what "inflammaging" is, and how you can slow it down.
Read moreHow to help your brain continue developing throughout life
How do diet and lifestyle affect the brain's ability to develop? We review the research on neuroplasticity and what omega-3, polyphenols, B vitamins, gut health, and everyday habits have to do with it.
Read moreHow can a single herb have such a big impact on the body?
Tulsi has been used for thousands of years and is now studied for everything from stress and sleep to immune function and brain health. How can a single herb appear in research across so many different areas? We review what the studies actually show.
Read moreCan low sodium make you stressed?
Most people associate sodium with fluid balance. But the mineral also plays an important role in the body's stress response. Here, we take a closer look at the connection between sodium, cortisol, and the stress system.
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