Insulin resistance can be difficult to detect without medical tests. However, its effects can be dangerous if left unchecked. This month we are taking a look at the risks and symptoms of insulin resistance, plus 10 preventative measures you can take to reduce your risks of insulin resistance and increase your insulin sensitivity. What Is…
Heavy Metals In the Body: What You Need to Know
Heavy metals are naturally occurring elements that can be found throughout the environment. Given their prevalence in the foods that we eat and even the air we breathe, we are exposed to high levels of heavy metals every day. Certain metals– including zinc, copper, and iron—are beneficial for your health in small doses. However, overexposure…
Health and Wellness Headlines for July 27
Aloe Is Put to the Test Against CancerStory from NutritionFacts.org. Originally posted on July 26, 2022, 7:00 am.From a case report to a randomized controlled trial, aloe is put to the test against cancer. For a half century, aloe vera “gel processors… Read the full story on NutritionFacts.org.Takeaways on Soy and an Edamame RecipeStory from…
Health and Wellness Headlines for July 20
Aloe Fails to Help Radiation Therapy Skin BurnsStory from NutritionFacts.org. Originally posted on July 19, 2022, 7:00 am.What are the effects of aloe on radiation burns caused by cancer treatment and on the cancer itself? “Worldwide attention was drawn to the… Read the full story on NutritionFacts.org.How Effective Is Chemotherapy for Colon, Lung, Breast, and…
Supporting Long-Haul Syndrome
Many people have been experiencing long-lasting symptoms after going through an illness. The cause of these lingering symptoms is still unknown, but some people have reported that certain supplements and lifestyle changes have reduced some of their symptoms like fatigue and brain fog. In this week’s episode, Supporting Long-Haul Syndrome, we’ll discuss some things you…
Mushrooms: The Underrated Superfood
Mushrooms have been used for centuries, across many cultures as both food and medicine. A growing body of research now centers on the many benefits of mushrooms both on our physical and mental health. If you’ve only thought of mushrooms as a nice addition to a stir-fry, it’s time to learn more about these fascinating…
Avoid Iron Deficiency: Best Practices and Tips
Iron is an essential mineral that helps maintain many vital functions in the body. This includes the production of hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells that helps transport oxygen throughout the body. Consuming enough iron is important. Without it, your body will struggle to produce enough healthy red blood cells. Iron levels impact many…
Health and Wellness Headlines for July 13
Benefits of a Half Teaspoon of Brewer’s Yeast DailyStory from NutritionFacts.org. Originally posted on July 12, 2022, 7:00 am.A half-teaspoon a day of brewer’s yeast is put to the test in a randomized, double-blind, controlled clinical trial. In 1854, a case repor… Read the full story on NutritionFacts.org.Treating the Root Cause of Toenail FungusStory from…
Health and Wellness Headlines for July 6
Tea Tree Oil vs. Tinactin for Athlete’s FootStory from NutritionFacts.org. Originally posted on July 5, 2022, 7:00 am.Are the effects of tea tree oil anti-fungal or merely anti-inflammatory? Our entire understanding of the cause of dandruff shifted with a la… Read the full story on NutritionFacts.org.Stevia and Monk Fruit vs. Aspartame and SplendaStory from NutritionFacts.org.…
Health and Wellness Headlines for June 29
Certified Organic Meat Put to the TestStory from NutritionFacts.org. Originally posted on June 28, 2022, 7:00 am.Researchers tested 76 samples of different kinds of organic and conventional meats for 33 different carcinogens. A study on carcinogenic ris… Read the full story on NutritionFacts.org.Is There Arsenic in Rice? How Much Rice Is Too Much?Story from NutritionFacts.org.…