New Treatments for Crohn's

Recent clinical studies advocate for a transformative approach towards treating this chronic and often debilitating condition. Crohn’s disease, part of the inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) spectrum, inflicts a significant burden on patients, characterized by painful flare-ups and progressive bowel damage. Traditionally, the treatment protocol has been conservative, focusing on managing symptoms as they arise. However, two recent…

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Book Review: Boundless by Ben Greenfield

Ben Greenfield’s tome, ‘Boundless’, is a behemoth in the world of health and wellness literature. Following Greenfield through newsletters and MindValley, it’s clear he’s no slouch in living a life dedicated to wellness. However, as I waded through the tome’s 600+ pages, my initial lukewarm reception…

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Vitamins to Stave Off Dementia

In a groundbreaking series of studies that might revolutionize our approach to cognitive health in aging adults, researchers have been exploring the potential of daily multivitamin supplements. Recent findings suggest these vitamins could play a crucial role in preserving memory and slowing down cognitive decline, offering a glimmer of hope in the fight against dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

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Compost Leaves Using Your Lawn Mower

Transforming your lawn into an eco-friendly paradise is easier than you might think. Why hassle with bagging your leaves up, when there’s an easier solution that’s great for your lawn, your back, and the environment. One of the simplest yet most effective practices involves…

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Is Vitamin D Still Worth Taking in 2024?

In the ever-shifting landscape of nutritional science, Vitamin D, once revered as a universal remedy for various afflictions, now finds itself under the microscope of skepticism. Read on as we explore what we know about Vitamin D and its effects both good and bad.

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Metformin and Prostate Cancer: An Evidence-Based Exploration

Prostate cancer is a prevalent concern among men in the United States, with approximately 1 in 8 men being diagnosed during their lifetime. As researchers continuously seek innovative ways to prevent and treat this disease, one medication that has garnered attention is metformin, commonly used to manage diabetes.

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Review of Outlive by Peter Attia

I recently had the pleasure of reading (actually listening to the audio book) Outlive by Dr. Peter Attia. I found it to be a good primer or review over many of the key topics related to health, longevity, and fitness for life. The author is very much a realist, so do not expect any futurist visions in this book, but what surprised me…

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Getting More Meditation Through the Headspace App

Meditation There’s something wonderfully refreshing about sliding into the shower after a long day, as the gentle pounding of drop after drop melts away the oil and grime. Then to emerge feeling clean and fresh – ahhhh… I think of meditation as a shower for the brain. When I’m feeling stressed, irritable, or in a funk, meditation has a way of resetting my brain and clearing out the junk.

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Magnesium and Depression: Simple Cure or Snake Oil?

Magnesium and Depression Depression has become a plague of modern life with over 12% of U.S. adults taking anti-depressants in the past year according to one study[1], which represents a doubling in prescriptions for depression since 1999.[2] When you include anxiety medication, the number rises to about one in six.

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Rooibos Tea: Evidence-Based Health Benefits and Safety Info

Rooibos Tea - Friend or Foe? Spoiler alert: This new kid on the block is packed with health benefits! Veteran health afficionados are well aware of the many health benefits of green, white, and oolong tea, but rooibos tea is just hitting its stride as a mainstream beverage for tea lovers.

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