Here in Wisconsin, we had one of the worst air quality index levels ever this past week. Smoke from Canada’s wildfires hung in the air, creating a thick haze. The smoke didn’t bother me, but I assumed that some people would be extra sensitive to it. As the day progressed, … Keep reading…
Fenugreek, a culinary herb with a rich history dating back to ancient times, has gained considerable attention in recent years for its remarkable health benefits. I was surprised to how popular it is as a Google search, so I decided it was time to write about fenugreek. Traditionally used in … Keep reading…
Over the years, I’ve noticed that people veer away from supplements with complicated-sounding names like nicotinamide riboside (NR). That could be what’s kept people in the dark so much about this specific form of vitamin B3. I have to admit that I ignored it for a while, when research papers … Keep reading…
Over the 20+ years of my fitness career, I’ve seen countless supplements rise and fall in popularity. Few have proven to be effective long-term and in both animals and humans. Berberine is among the few. Each year, more and more research shows how effective berberine supplementation is in supporting various … Keep reading…
Could essential oils help some people who’ve developed heart disease? If so, which ones? And how? A new systematic research review tried to answer those questions. According to the findings, certain essential oils could help people live better with cardiovascular disease, especially if they suffer from poor sleep or anxiety, … Keep reading…
Over the past two decades, we’ve seen a consistent effort to vilify red meat consumption while extolling the benefits of a plant-based diet. I believe that once we are through the COVID Circus, we’ll find the consumption of red meat in the crosshairs of nutrition, climate, and social justice conversations. … Keep reading…
Sitting is the new smoking. At least that was a new idea a few years ago. Today, I suppose many people would tell you that remaining unvaccinated is the new smoking, but I’d better not get off on a tangent with that one. A sedentary lifestyle causes, or contributes to, … Keep reading…
Good news for those who develop vaccine-induced prothrombotic immune thrombocytopenia after getting the COVID-19 vaccine! You might survive if you get treated soon after symptoms appear. If you’ve never heard of VIPIT, you’re not alone. It’s a brand new health condition caused by the new vaccines. VIPIT is one of … Keep reading…
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 … 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…
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 … 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…