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Berberine belongs to a small group of natural products that have not only been used for thousands of years, but also are supported by significant amounts of research. If you’re not using it to support your health, you could seriously be missing out. The first mention of a berberine-containing compound … Keep reading…
Though many men worry about producing too little testosterone, many deal with elevated estrogen. In either case, the physical and mental health effects can be the same. Natural compounds like chrysin may be part of a solution, as chrysin may act as an aromatase inhibitor, reducing the conversion of testosterone … Keep reading…
Turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) contains one of the most-researched, most-compelling compounds in all of nutrition and natural medicine: curcumin. Traditional medicine practitioners have prescribed various forms of turmeric for more than 5000 years. More than 10,000 research papers and articles from just the past seven years focus on the physiological effects … Keep reading…
For much of my 20 years as a fitness professional, conventional nutrition advice said that people are better off eating four, five, or even six times per day than eating one, two, or three times per day. Early on in my career, I encouraged clients to eat every few hours, … Keep reading…
The prestigious British Medical Journal recently published a study that got little attention from Mainstream Media, probably because it wasn’t about getting the COVID-19 vaccine. The study showed that four dietary supplements significantly reduce COVID-19 infection risk. Using an app developed by Zoe Global, in partnership with King’s College London, … Keep reading…
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 … Keep reading…
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 … Keep reading…
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? For that matter, what is maltrodextrin? If someone were to eat it by the spoonful, yes. In the way it’s … Keep reading…
Weight management is more than calories in, calories out. Unless you’re a pro-level athlete who needs to ensure you’re eating enough calories, there’s probably no good reason to count calories or follow a calorie-based meal plan. I know…you know someone who lost weight counting calories. Maybe you did yourself. Do … Keep reading…
The health benefits of a vegan diet in adults are highly controversial. In kids, a vegan diet could be catastrophic. A new research study from Finland shows that a vegan diet creates numerous deficiencies in babies and toddlers. While I’m not surprised by the findings, I hope that the plant-based … Keep reading…
A disturbing turn of events took place on my birthday, January 14, 1977. It is one of many examples of the government attempting to influence Americans’ decisions with guidance based on opinion and politics rather than scientific evidence. I’m referring to the publication of the first version of the Dietary … Keep reading…
Quercetin has quickly become one of the hottest-selling nutritional supplements in recent history. And rightfully so. It’s a potent immune-supporting compound. However, quercetin offers more health benefits than immune-support alone. Find out why this flavonoid is so fabulous. What is quercetin? Quercetin is one of more than 4000 types of … Keep reading…