Health Blog
Health Blog
Stress 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.
Read moreWhy Do We React So Differently to B Vitamins?
Why do some people feel more energized from B vitamins while others find it hard to wind down? Part of the answer may lie in how the body initially uses the nutrients.
Read moreWhy Butyrate Is Important for the Gut, Inflammation, and Brain Health
What exactly is butyrate, and why is it linked to both inflammation and brain health? How can you help your body produce more of it on its own?
Read moreGluten-free strawberry cheesecake with vanilla and lemon
Are you looking for a new alternative to the midsummer cake? This gluten-free strawberry cheesecake combines strawberries, vanilla, and lemon in a creamy dessert that is naturally sweetened and easy to succeed with.
Read moreThat's why a strong skeleton is about more than just calcium
Strong bones are not built by minerals alone. Here we explore how hormones, energy availability, muscle mass, and metabolism affect the skeleton in more ways than many previously believed.
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