If you think that high histamine is only an issue during allergy season, think again. Most people are completely unaware that histamine facilitates a central role in: Brain & neurotransmitter function Digestion Food allergies & intolerances Mental & behavioral...
A lot has been written about the debilitating and potentially deadly after-effects of stroke. That’s why many of us try (or at least attempt) to steer clear of junk food, exercise regularly, keep an eye on the scales, and...
Overview You may be at a higher risk of getting heart disease if you’re overweight or you smoke. But what can a diagonal crease in your earlobe tell you? Whereas a “normal” earlobe is smooth, an earlobe with a...
What’s on My Tongue? Bumps, patches, and spots in your mouth can be harmless. But sometimes, they can give clues to what’s going on with your overall health. Infections, stress, medication issues, and even aging can make their marks...
If you want to increase your mitochondrial density, you must provide a stimulus to give your body a reason to manufacture more mitochondria. Here’s what you can do to increase your number of mitochondria, and why it’s an important...
Chances are, you already know the basics when it comes to keeping your breath minty-fresh (or at least non-offensive to those in whiffing distance). You brush, floss, and maybe do a quick rinse with mouthwash a few times a...
Phytonutrients, also called phytochemicals, are chemicals produced by plants. Plants use phytonutrients to stay healthy. For example, some phytonutrients protect plants from insect attacks, while others protect against radiation from UV rays. Phytonutrients can also provide significant benefits for...
Flavonoids are a diverse group of phytonutrients (plant chemicals) found in almost all fruits and vegetables. Along with carotenoids, they are responsible for the vivid colors in fruits and vegetables. Flavonoids are the largest group of phytonutrients, with more...
Researchers say they have taken a step toward developing a blood test that would detect eight common cancers, possibly even before symptoms appear. As they report Thursday in the journal Science, they’re hoping their idea would eventually lead to a $500 test that...
Epigenetics, as a simplified definition, is the study of biological mechanisms that will switch genes on and off. What does that mean? Well, if you are new to this whole thing, we first need a quick crash course in...
