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Microplastics-in-body

News media says there's no way to remove microplastics from the bod...

Microplastics are in the news a lot lately, and for good reason. After twenty years of warnings from "conspiracy theory people" on the periphery,...

News media says there's no way to remove microplastics from the bod...

Microplastics are in the news a lot lately, and for good reason. After twenty years of warnings from "conspiracy theory people" on the periphery,...

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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....

Mealworms-vs-whey_LR

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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U.S. dementia cases estimated to double by 2060: These ten nutrient...

A new study funded by the National Institutes of Health found the risk of developing dementia anytime after age 55 was 42% in the...

U.S. dementia cases estimated to double by 2060: These ten nutrient...

A new study funded by the National Institutes of Health found the risk of developing dementia anytime after age 55 was 42% in the...

Omega-3-caps

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...

Why Gut Health Is the Foundation of Whole-Body Wellness

If you’ve been in the wellness space within the last 10 years, there’s a good chance you’ve heard a lot about gut health. And...

Why Gut Health Is the Foundation of Whole-Body Wellness

If you’ve been in the wellness space within the last 10 years, there’s a good chance you’ve heard a lot about gut health. And...

Onions-fight-cancer

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...

Elderberry-on-tree

Elderberry: The world's favorite immune boosting nutrient also prof...

At the start of a new year just about everyone has the same two health goals: keep the immune system strong in the heart...

Elderberry: The world's favorite immune boosting nutrient also prof...

At the start of a new year just about everyone has the same two health goals: keep the immune system strong in the heart...

5 Must-Have Supplements for Energy and Vitality

In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining consistent energy and vitality can feel like a constant struggle. Between busy schedules, high stress levels, and the natural...

5 Must-Have Supplements for Energy and Vitality

In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining consistent energy and vitality can feel like a constant struggle. Between busy schedules, high stress levels, and the natural...

Sleep-health-age-40

Study finds age 40 is the worst for sleep health; separate study sh...

Research conducted in 2022 at University College London found people ages 33 to 53 get less sleep than people of all other age groups....

Study finds age 40 is the worst for sleep health; separate study sh...

Research conducted in 2022 at University College London found people ages 33 to 53 get less sleep than people of all other age groups....

10 Tips for Staying Healthy During Flu Season

Flu season is here, and with it comes the challenge of staying healthy while navigating crowded spaces, colder weather, and increased exposure to germs....

10 Tips for Staying Healthy During Flu Season

Flu season is here, and with it comes the challenge of staying healthy while navigating crowded spaces, colder weather, and increased exposure to germs....

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