Lecithin (a type of fat) makes up nearly a third the mass of your entire brain! Lecithin is a yellow-brown colored fatty substance found in all living things. It contains choline, which is used throughout our entire body as a major ingredient in the phospholipid portion of each and every […]
BPA & Obesity: How this Plastic Causes Weight Gain Bisphenol A, abbreviated to BPA, is a synthetic chemical agent that is used in plastic food and beverage containers such as baby bottles. It is also a component of the lining of canned metal food cans. BPA can leach out from the container and contaminate […]
Glyphosate in Weed Killers widely used in the Horticultural Industry may be the Culprit. Glyphosate in studies have been shown to reduce the production of Serotonin and Melatonin in the Gut and these are necessary compounds for Happiness, Wellbeing and Healthy Sleep Patterns. The world’s favourite weed killer could be […]
WHAT IS COCONUT KEFIR? Coconut kefir is quite simply fermented coconut water. Typically, fermented drinks are recognized as dairy (milk kefir) and tea (kombucha) beverages, and not as much recognition has been given to Coconut kefir. This may prove to be a mistake, due to the fact that Coconut […]
This article reinforces the importance of addressing gut health for optimal overall health The gut is often referred to as the second brain and gut health has become a huge topic of late due to the discovery of links between poor gut and health conditions including weight gain, depression, mood disorders, […]
Magnesium is involved with over 300 metabolic processes in our bodies, leading to the mineral being called the master mineral. Symptoms of poor magnesium intake can include muscle cramps, facial tics, poor sleep, and chronic pain. It pays to ensure that you get adequate magnesium before signs of deficiency occur. […]
Vinegar has been shown to have numerous benefits for insulin function and blood sugar levels. It improves insulin sensitivity during a high-carb meal by 19-34% and significantly lowers blood glucose and insulin responses (7). Reduces blood sugar by 34% when eating 50 grams of white bread (8). 2 tablespoons of […]
Vitamin D is one of the 24 essential vitamins needed for human survival. It regulates more than 1,000 bodily functions and even increases testosterone levels. It occurs naturally in fish and eggs, although the best way to get it is through regular sun exposure. Added few interesting studies where vitamin […]
Zonulin & Leaky Gut Syndrome: A discovery that changed the way we view inflammation, autoimmune disease and cancer! An amazing discovery a few years ago revolutionized our ability to understand the gut and permeability and how this impacts a wide range of health conditions from cancer to autoimmune disease to […]
Selenium for Boosting Testosterone Testosterone plays a role in better prostate health, increased fertility, improved sperm motility, and an enhanced sex drive. Keeping your testosterone levels normal also promotes muscle growth and can help with burning fat. Additionally, it is recognized to increase energy levels and help you better manage […]
