Wellness & Research Blog: Heart Health

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From heart to brain: Evidence mounts regarding damage microplastics...

A mind-numbing study published in early February has made headlines around the world: The average human brain now contains approximately seven grams of microplastics....

From heart to brain: Evidence mounts regarding damage microplastics...

A mind-numbing study published in early February has made headlines around the world: The average human brain now contains approximately seven grams of microplastics....

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Mealworm larvae protein approved in the EU, but new study reinforce...

In January 2025 the European Commission approved a new "food ingredient" made from dried and ground mealworm larvae---the young form of beetles. The approval...

Mealworm larvae protein approved in the EU, but new study reinforce...

In January 2025 the European Commission approved a new "food ingredient" made from dried and ground mealworm larvae---the young form of beetles. The approval...

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Omega-3 fatty acid supplementing increases exercise benefits and pr...

Two studies published a month apart are reinforcing the numerous previous studies documenting the cardio benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids. The first study, conducted...

Omega-3 fatty acid supplementing increases exercise benefits and pr...

Two studies published a month apart are reinforcing the numerous previous studies documenting the cardio benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids. The first study, conducted...

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More cardiovascular disease, less conceiving: Household chemicals l...

"Common products inside your home are contributing to serious health conditions." Thanks to volumes of research conducted since the 1980s, this statement can now...

More cardiovascular disease, less conceiving: Household chemicals l...

"Common products inside your home are contributing to serious health conditions." Thanks to volumes of research conducted since the 1980s, this statement can now...

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Quercetin and anthocyanin---the flavonoid duo that make onions a ca...

When scanning the ingredients in your favorite nutritional supplement, you're not likely surprised by the inclusion of exotic herbs from the Far East or...

Quercetin and anthocyanin---the flavonoid duo that make onions a ca...

When scanning the ingredients in your favorite nutritional supplement, you're not likely surprised by the inclusion of exotic herbs from the Far East or...

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A healthy gut with the right microbes can lower cholesterol, accord...

Maintaining a healthy gut microbiome as been linked to better health in a number of areas. In 2024 alone studies have demonstrated a positive...

A healthy gut with the right microbes can lower cholesterol, accord...

Maintaining a healthy gut microbiome as been linked to better health in a number of areas. In 2024 alone studies have demonstrated a positive...

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Vitamin D supplementing linked to blood pressure reduction in new s...

A year of daily supplementing with Vitamin D was linked to reductions in systolic and diastolic blood pressure according to a new study published...

Vitamin D supplementing linked to blood pressure reduction in new s...

A year of daily supplementing with Vitamin D was linked to reductions in systolic and diastolic blood pressure according to a new study published...

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Undeniable: Studies from around the world link ultra-processed food...

A growing body of scientific evidence shows that regular consumption of ultra-processed foods leads to a higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Type...

Undeniable: Studies from around the world link ultra-processed food...

A growing body of scientific evidence shows that regular consumption of ultra-processed foods leads to a higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Type...

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The worst of the worst: study shows some ultra-processed foods more...

An Australian study published in the British Medical Journal in February 2024 linked ultra-processed foods to heart disease and diabetes, among other health conditions....

The worst of the worst: study shows some ultra-processed foods more...

An Australian study published in the British Medical Journal in February 2024 linked ultra-processed foods to heart disease and diabetes, among other health conditions....

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Australian study links ultra-processed food to increases in numerou...

Processed food consumption has mushroomed in recent decades and, according to numerous studies, the price being paid by consumers is a reciprocating increase in...

Australian study links ultra-processed food to increases in numerou...

Processed food consumption has mushroomed in recent decades and, according to numerous studies, the price being paid by consumers is a reciprocating increase in...

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Study finds black seed effective for treating polycystic ovary synd...

According to a new study black seed oil is effective in treating a common, painful health challenge that many young women struggle with: polycystic...

Study finds black seed effective for treating polycystic ovary synd...

According to a new study black seed oil is effective in treating a common, painful health challenge that many young women struggle with: polycystic...

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Are the benefits of probiotics endless? The research continues to p...

The evidence that probiotics affect just about every aspect of health has accumulated significantly in recent years, and this year is no exception. In...

Are the benefits of probiotics endless? The research continues to p...

The evidence that probiotics affect just about every aspect of health has accumulated significantly in recent years, and this year is no exception. In...