Introducing the 30-Point Plant System to Power our Gut Microbiome
“There are no incurable diseases if one lives in harmony with nature.” – Ann Wigmore Did you know that your gut microbiome is home to trillions…
Rethinking ‘Healthy’: The FDA’s New Definition
‘Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.’– Hippocrates Imagine walking through a grocery store, picking up a box of cereal labeled “healthy,”…
Powerhouses of Our Body: The Mitochondria
Did you know your body is home to around 100,000 trillion mitochondria? That’s right – these tiny powerhouses are everywhere, working behind the scenes to keep…
Chronic Kidney Disease Lifestyle Tips
“Your kidneys filter 200 liters (53 gallons) of fluid per day. Show them some love” – National Kidney Foundation Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a…
8 Tips for Increasing Your Fiber During American Heart Month
The proverb, “The tree that bends does not break,” highlights the importance of adaptability in the face of adversity. But if we think in a…
Lifestyle Interventions for Sarcopenic Obesity
Imagine having a body that carries extra weight but has weak, thin muscles. That’s Sarcopenic Obesity (SO) in a nutshell. And as you may already…
Coping Mechanisms for Teens
Our intern, Andy Lin, who enjoys doing health research in his spare time, was motivated by his own experience and those of his classmates to…
Understanding Sarcopenic Obesity
As we age, our metabolic rate slows down, and we tend to pack on unwanted pounds while losing muscle mass. To combat this, we often…
Tackling Exercise Deficiency in Teens
“Exercise is a form of self-care, not punishment.” – Think about it! Our intern, Andy Lin, who enjoys doing health research in his spare time,…
Basics of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
“Deep breathing is our nervous system’s love language.” – Dr. Lauren Mersy Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive lung disease that makes breathing…
Exercise Snacking For Your Health
“Just get 150 minutes of exercise per week” “Make sure you’re walking 10K steps a day” “Aim to get at least a 25-minute workout into…
Healthy Eating Tips and Food Swaps
Our intern, Rennie Chi, noticed that her classmates often skip breakfast, eat junk and fast foods and don’t drink adequate water. As a health and…
What Causes Chronic Kidney Disease?
Living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) can be tough because it keeps getting worse over time and can affect your quality of life as it…
Teens and Sleep Deprivation
Our intern, Andy Lin, who enjoys doing health research in his spare time, was motivated by his own experience and those of his classmates (who…
Sober October – A Month of Reflection and Renewal
If the events of this year have felt overwhelming, you’re certainly not alone. Many of us may have faced unprecedented challenges, from the shift to…
9 Foods that Naturally Boost GLP-1 in Our Bodies
In recent months, the drug Ozempic has been building in popularity for its significant weight loss effects. It’s heralded by celebrities and influencers alike, and…
Risk Factors for Diabetes
Diabetes is more than just watching your sugar intake – it’s a complex metabolic condition influenced by a variety of factors including genetics, lifestyle choices,…
5 Lifestyle Interventions to Battle Hypertension
Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is a catalyst for heart disease and stroke, two of the leading causes of death in the United…
Why Am I So Tired All the Time?
You open your eyes in the morning, only to feel like you didn’t sleep a wink – or, the sleep you did get didn’t seem…
What You Need to Know About Chronic Kidney Disease
Have you ever wondered what happens when your kidneys can’t keep up with their essential functions? Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) affects approximately 10% of the…