HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

The health benefits of functional foods often come from things like phytochemicals, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.

Regular medical checkups are an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. Studies show that people who have regular annual checkups are...

These are my top three health tips for living a long and healthy life. Of course, these three are not the only tips for a healthy lifestyle. There are others, but these are my top three.

People who engage in resistance training to achieve muscle hypertrophy or increased muscle strength are often faced with the question...

Micronutrients, encompassing vitamins and minerals found in our diets, play a crucial role in preventing cardiovascular disease.

We keep making promises and New Year’s resolutions that we never keep...we desire to change our lives for the better. So why then do we not follow through ?

Without the protective effect of antioxidants and other phytochemicals, our skins would soon wrinkle and sag under the effect of the UV radiation from the sun. Eating an adequate amount of fruits and vegetables is therefore of major importance to preserving the appearance of our skin.

The Malaria parasite causes over 600,000 deaths every year, the majority of which are children under the age of 5. An effective vaccine is therefore highly desirable.

There is new gene therapy for sickle cell disease. The new therapy utilizes CRISPR technology to disinhibit a gene that produces fetal hemoglobin in bone marrow stem cells.

Inverse vaccines are one of the hottest topics in medicine these days and with good reason. Approximately 1 in 10 people around the world have an autoimmune disease, and the number is rising.

The measles virus is one of the most contagious viruses causing human disease. For millennia, this virus has been a leading cause of childhood morbidity and mortality, until the development of the measles vaccine in 1963.

ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is a psychiatric disorder that has long been recognized by the medical community. Despite its well-recognized status, members of the public continue to question its legitimacy.

Stress is just our body responding to these stressors as it tries to help us cope with the situation. We experience stress when we encounter a stressor.

Stress manifests as an increase in the heart rate, the rate of breathing, and sweating. These are accompanied by emotional manifestations of stress

Let’s face it—most of us have tried a diet at some point, hoping it would finally be the one that works. Maybe it was low-carb, high-protein, keto, or something your favorite influencer swore by. And for a little while, it might have worked. But then...

The need to build and maintain muscle mass is important throughout life. Having enough muscle mass and strength to complete our tasks comfortably is highly dependent on nutrition.

Many people are acutely aware of these benefits of weight loss and achievement of a healthy body weight, but the weight loss landscape is cluttered with scores of weight loss diets and programs, making the choice of the best method a feat of mental gymnastics.

Reading and understanding food labels is an important skill for a healthy lifestyle and in ensuring that we maintain a healthy weight.

Whether you're a seasoned wellness warrior or just starting your journey toward better health, understanding the importance of macronutrients in your diet is key to crafting a meal plan that nourishes your body and fuels your lifestyle.

Popular food emulsifiers include Xanthan Gum, Maltodextrin, Soy Lecithin, Carrageenan, Carboxymethylcellulose, Polysorbate-80, Aluminosilicates and Titanium dioxide. Studies have shown that some of these can alter the gut microbiota.