Tips for a Healthy Happy Holiday Season amino acids b vitamins capsaicin cinnamon cowhage deep breathing diet dopamine endorphins ginger holidays hormones journaling magnesium meditation mindfulness oregano oxytocin probiotics serotonin sleep spices st. john's wort stress management sunlight tryptophan tyrosine vitamin c vitamin d yoga Nov 30, 2024

Happy holiday (happy holiday)

Happy holiday (happy holiday)

While the merry bells keep ringing

Happy holiday to you!

Want to feel the joy in this classic tune amidst the holiday madness? Look no further than your hormones! In this article, we’ll explore how to harness your body’s...

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Why Do People Get Sick in the Winter? colds cytokines flu holiday blues holiday overindulgence holidays immune system infections inflammation melatonin respiratory system sunlight uv radiation viruses vitamin d white blood cells winter Nov 09, 2024

The leaves are changing color, and the days are getting shorter and colder. With winter around the corner, snowy landscapes and warm beverages by the fireplace may come to mind — and you may also expect an increased risk of colds and the flu. But are you really more prone to illness in the...

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Does Diet Affect Cancer? acid-base imbalance alcohol anti-cancer foods anti-inflammatory diet antioxidants cancer cancer-fighting foods chronic inflammation diet glucose hormonal imbalance hyperglycemia hypoxia immune system insulin insulin resistance ketogenic diet lifestyle changes melatonin processed foods stress vitamin a vitamin c vitamin d Sep 14, 2024

In 2024, it’s estimated that approximately 2 million people will be diagnosed with cancer in the U.S. It’s also expected that over 600,000 individuals will die from this disease, making it one of the leading causes of death for Americans.1,2 

Cancer doesn’t just affect...

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Type-2 Diabetes and Chronic Kidney Disease advanced glycation end products blood vessels calcium chronic inflammation cytokines diabetes dialysis glucose high blood pressure hormones hyperglycemia inflammation kidney disease kidneys nf-κb obesity organ transplant ph balance polyol pathway potassium reactive oxygen species smoking sodium type-2 diabetes vitamin d Aug 17, 2024

The kidney is the most in-demand organ in the U.S — almost 90 percent of Americans on the national transplant waiting list are waiting for one. These people have end-stage chronic kidney disease (CKD).1,2 

CKD affects 37 million individuals in the country. It’s especially common...

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What Foods Lower Blood Sugar? aloe vera apple cider vinegar berberine bitter gourd blood glucose chromium cinnamon condiments fasting plasma glucose test fenugreek ginger gymnema hba1c test herbal supplements magnesium okra oral hypoglycemics prediabetes probiotics silymarin spices type-2 diabetes vegetables vitamin d Mar 23, 2024

Prescription drugs that lower blood glucose levels are commonly used to treat type-2 diabetes (T2D). But these medications can have side effects, which range from gut issues to liver and heart problems.1 

If you have T2D or are at risk of having it, here’s some good news: Several foods...

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Winter Superfoods for Holiday Health amino acids animal protein anti-inflammatory diet anxiety arthritis b vitamins bone broth citrus fruits colds collagen depression dopamine eczema flu holidays immunity joint health leafy green vegetables magnesium psoriasis serotonin skin health tryptophan tyrosine vitamin a vitamin c vitamin d winter Dec 09, 2023

Ready or not, winter’s here.

And it comes with short daylight hours and chilly weather — conditions that can make people feel down and sluggish. 

Also, winter can worsen some health problems, including arthritis, skin dryness, psoriasis, and eczema.

Many people react to the...

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