Let’s Look into the ‘Food as Medicine’ Trend
Eating organic and unprocessed foods has many benefits for your overall health. The ‘food as medicine’ trend can help you achieve this goal! What is ‘Food As Medicine’? While this trend is a relatively new concept in the Western world, ‘food as medicine’ is based on ancient philosophy. The ancient Greek physician Hippocrates is […]
An Interview with Dr. Beau Daniels, DC
We often admire actors who can play a litany of roles, each with distinct stories and characteristics. People in the real world can do this, too, and they are worthy of our deepest admiration because they are not playing a temporary role. This is their life. Dr. Beau Daniels, DC, is one of those people. […]
Changing Hormones Can Affect Your Workouts
We often think about our muscles’ straining and our breathing when exercising. But what we don’t usually consider is how our bodies’ underlying mechanisms assist us. While we can’t see it, our bodies support us by firing innumerable chemical reactions, including hormones. Even though they aren’t as visible as muscles, one’s ability to exercise can […]
An Interview with Mr. Restee Collins
Restee Collins is an experienced businessman with a passion for healthcare. By collaborating with key people within the medical industry, he applies his sales savvy to enable preventative diagnostics and medical services for people across the country. “I’m pretty eclectic,” he said. “I’m pretty much a serial entrepreneur with different products.” A highlight in his […]
Your Gut Communicates Regularly with Your Brain
Did you know that your gut is constantly talking to your brain? Just think of how many times you’ve relied on the so-called ‘gut feeling’ before making a life-changing decision. Does the gut own the gift of foresight, telling us which road to take when at a crossroad? The brain and gut are strongly connected. […]
What are the Best Vegetable Protein Sources?
Diet is a critical part of your overall health, and the meals and snacks you eat play a huge role in the quality of your physical well-being. In addition to these foundational insights, many people understand that different foods provide different kinds of sustenance for the body. However, what if the general understanding of protein […]
Can Depression Affect the Immune System?
People are vulnerable to many disorders throughout their lives, such as depression, which can alter and harm your immune system and overall health. But how does depression affect the immune system? What is a Depressed Immune System? We usually talk of the immune system as being ‘depressed’ when it is weaker and more prone […]
Do I Have Good Genetics for Bodybuilding?
Many people believe that genetics play a prominent role in determining how successful someone can be in bodybuilding. While it is true that genetics can influence factors such as muscle size and bone density, many other variables come into play when it comes to building muscle. So, if you’re wondering whether or not you have […]
Will Free Weights Hurt Your Body in the Future?
If you’re like most people, free weights aren’t the wisest approach to bodybuilding. After all, you’re lifting heavy objects and straining your muscles, so it’s only natural to worry that you might hurt yourself! But the truth is, free weights are safe when used properly. In fact, they can help reduce your risk of injuries […]
Part 2, Extracellular Vesicles, Exosomes and Signaling
Biological Signaling In cell biology, eukaryotic cells communicate through direct contact (juxtacrine signaling) or by the secretion of soluble factors such as growth factors, hormones and cytokines. These soluble factors can act on the cell itself (autocrine signaling), neighboring cells (paracrine signaling) or distant cells (endocrine signaling). In the past few decades, extracellular vesicles (EVs) […]