Should consumers heed warnings that linoleic acid (i.e., vegetable oils) induces inflammation and limiting their consumption will make individuals healthier? A systematic evaluation of 15 clinical trials showed no specific evidence supporting the theory that LA causes inflammation. This study supports current recommendations that a regulated diet of polyunsaturated fatty acids, such as LA, is […]
The Love Hormone
The hormone oxytocin, also known as the “love hormone,” is well known for its role in human bonding and romantic relationships, but it has other functions. For example, oxytocin plays a key role in childbirth by inducing and amplifying uterine contractions that help push the newborn out. The high levels of oxytocin experienced here may […]
About Lactose Intolerance
Lactose intolerance happens when a person cannot digest lactose, a sugar found in milk, and gets adverse symptoms. This is different from a milk allergy, which is when the immune system has a strong, often severe, reaction to a protein (allergen) found in milk. Lactose intolerance is quite common around the world and in the […]
Healthy Goals for Lunar New Year
Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, begins this Tuesday, February 1st of 2022. Lunar New Year is determined by the lunar Chinese calendar and changes each year. Each year is associated with one of twelve signs from the Chinese Zodiac, with the coming year being the Year of […]
Endometriosis and Acupuncture: Natural Healing
Endometriosis is a gynaecological condition that affects about 10% of women of reproductive age (“Endometriosis,” 2021). Women who suffer from endometriosis can have a range of intrusive symptoms including pelvic pain, pain during intercourse, and painful periods. Endometriosis has no known cure and its treatment revolves around symptom management. Acupuncture may be an effective complementary […]
An Expert-Recommended Probiotic Foods List
A healthy gut is a vital factor that defines healthy wellbeing. There are groups of good and bad bacteria living inside the intestine, fighting against each other to control your health. It creates a microbiome that is regulated by both of them. A balance is a must to keep the biome healthy. If bad bacteria […]
The Benefits of Being Grateful
Thanksgiving can be a very exciting time. It is a time for friends, family, and lots of food. Whether excited for a Thanksgiving get-together or for getting a day off work, this holiday highlights an important concept — being grateful. While this one day is dedicated to being thankful, there are benefits to practicing gratitude […]
The Unique Interplay Behind Food Cravings
Food cravings have been experienced by most everyone and are fairly common. There are cases, however, in which intense food cravings are unwanted and become intrusive. Giving in to cravings from time to time is no big deal, but when these become uncontrollable, it can lead to overeating and excess weight-gain (Myers Et al., 2018). […]
The Truth Behind Bone Broth for Sports Recovery
Also known as “stock,” bone broth has been garnering attention due to claims that consuming it enhances the body’s ability to build collagen. Collagen is a key protein in connective tissue, and is part of bones, tendons, ligaments, blood vessels, and the inner and outer linings of most tissues. Specific peptides in bone broth as […]
Revealing the Benefits of Exercise on Brain Function
The positive effects between exercise and brain function are well-documented, but what exactly about the brain does it affect? Does exercise make us smarter? If so, what type of exercise and how much of it? These are the types of questions that come up when the connection between physical activity and brain function is mentioned. […]
