Author: Desiree Pule
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Study Finds Higher Triglycerides Linked to Lower Risk for Dementia
Older adults with higher triglycerides may have a lower risk of dementia as well as slower cognitive decline and memory loss over time compared to those with lower levels. That’s according to new research published in the October 25, 2023, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology (REF 1).…
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Creatine Supplementation Shows Promise in Post COVID-19 Fatigue Syndrome
Ask any bodybuilder or athlete about creatine and they’ll tell you how it builds muscle, improves performance, and helps them recover from hard workouts. But some experts believe it can do more. In the first human trial (1), researchers explored creatine’s possible therapeutic benefits for those experiencing Post-COVID-19 Fatigue Syndrome (PVFS), The symptoms are similar…
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Can Using the Stairs Prevent Chronic Disease?
It seems we humans don’t want to overexert ourselves, even to do the minimum amount of exercise suggested to keep us healthy and happy. To circumvent this problem, experts are now trying to shift our attention to “incidental activities”. These are short, simple actions that we engage in over the course of the day, which…
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How Much Vitamin D Should You Be Taking?
Prior to COVID-19, if someone asked you whether they needed a vitamin D supplement, you’d probably have told them not to worry about it – or recommended a multivitamin with a few hundred IUs of D. And people who lived in warm climates would have thought that just getting some sun was enough. Well, the…
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5-MeO-DMT: A Powerful Psychedelic with Practical Healing Potential
When it comes to the psychedelic scene, 5-MeO-DMT (5‐methoxy‐N, N‐dimethyltryptamine) is a relative newcomer. But its nickname “the God molecule” makes it clear that this is not your typical psychedelic experience. Here’s what you need to know. Similar to other tryptamine psychedelics such as psilocybin and DMT (N, N‐dimethyltryptamine) as well as ayahuasca (a South…
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Women Are Drinking More Alchohol and It’s Causing Havoc With Their Health
We humans have been drinking alcohol since ancient times, using it in rituals, as medicine, and for recreational purposes. Whilst men have traditionally been the biggest drinkers, this is changing. This escalation in women’s alcohol consumption comes with a sharp rise in alcohol use disorders. This is especially true in countries such as Australia, the…
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Potential Anti-Tumor Compound Found in Citrus Fruit
As you peel your way around an orange, scoop up a segment of a juicy pink grapefruit, or taste the delicious citrus flavor of a tangerine in your mouth, you probably don’t think about their anti-tumor compounds. But apparently nature does! A flavonoid called naringin, found mainly in the skin and flesh of these fruits,…
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Age-Related Hearing Loss Linked to Low Cholesterol
Hearing loss affects at least a third of older adults, yet it is often left untreated. Whilst we may think of this as a normal part of aging, studies are showing that age-related hearing loss typically corresponds to an accelerated decline in cognitive function and a higher risk for dementia. It’s treated with hearing aids…
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Silphium: The Rise and Fall of a Miracle Plant
Have you ever wondered about the longevity secrets of ancient civilizations? Well, a miracle plant called silphium makes for one such story. For six centuries, silphium (also referred to as laser or laserpicium) was regarded as a special gift from nature. It was known to resolve any kind of disease or ailment. (1) Worth its…
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Whey Protein: Can it Reduce Blood Glucose Levels and Heart Disease in Type 2 Diabetes?
Managing blood glucose levels is essential for people living with diabetes, and it’s not easy to do.article In this article we explain how why protein helps stabilize blood sugar levels after a meal.