As a male in my 40s, I’m part of a group that faces some common physical and mental health challenges, such as receding hairlines, bicep tendon tears, and erectile dysfunction (ED). Though many guys seem to think ED is just an issue related to low testosterone, the causes of erectile dysfunction are many. In this […]
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Nitric Oxide and Nitrates: Health and Performance Benefits
Nitric oxide benefits your heart and enhances performance. Interestingly, nitric oxide levels are increased by a dietary substance that’s often demonized as a cancer and cardiovascular disease-causing compound: nitrate. Nitrate, found in some vegetables and processed meats, looks like it offers much more benefit than risk. Here’s what you need to know about nitrate (NO3), […]
Distance Learning and Children’s Mental and Physical Health
With seemingly little regard for kids’ mental and physical health, politicians, public health “experts,” and teachers upended the existing school system. They replaced it with a half-baked, online, distance learning “solution.” Surprisingly, there was little pushback on decisions that could have such catastrophic and long-lasting consequences as sending kids home to “learn” on a computer. […]
Bergamot Essential Oil: Health Benefits, Uses, and Precautions
My doctor recently recommended bergamot oil as part of a cardiovascular health protocol (along with nattokinase and a unique blend of vitamin E). Though I was familiar with the positive effects of inhaling the oil, I hadn’t looked too much into the heart health benefits. I thought, for my own benefit as well as yours, […]
Nattokinase: Health Benefit, Sources, Doses, and Side Effects
Following a review of my most recent lab work, my doctor recommended nattokinase as part of cardiovascular health protocol. Most of my markers for heart disease risk looked excellent, including my triglycerides, c-Reactive Protein, blood pressure, and Hemoglobin A1c. However, my Apo B, PLAC, oxidized LDL, and Lp(a) told a different story. Even though my […]
What is maltodextrin? Is it safe?
Online health “experts” tend to vilify maltodextrin, lumping it into a list of unsafe ingredients along with trans-fats, artificial sweeteners, and soy protein. But does maltodextrin deserve such a reputation? If someone were to eat it by the spoonful, yes. In the way it’s used in supplements and many health foods, not at all. Here’s […]
How to Gain Muscle Without Gaining Fat
Is it possible to build muscle without gaining body fat? Or could it even be possible to gain muscle and lose fat? If you ask the average “bro” at the gym or even the average personal trainer, they’ll tell you that you need to eat a ton of calories and get fatter while you build […]
My Truck / Car Emergency Kit For Cross-Country Travel
With the reliability of today’s cars and trucks and the fact that your smartphone makes it easy to get help when you need it, you might overlook the importance of a car or roadside emergency kit. Most people, including me, give little thought to what could happen until we’re in the midst of an emergency […]
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