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Conditioned to Fear in the Home of the Brave

On Sunday, October 30, 1938, Orson Welles presented War of the Worlds as a prime-time radio show. Though the show was introduced as a fictional story, many listeners missed the introduction and tuned in to hear that Martians had landed, killed 7000 National Guardsman, and were attacking cities like New … Keep reading…

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N-acetylcysteine (NAC): Benefits, Usage, and Side Effects

N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) is one of those supplements many people have heard of, but few understand. From supporting immune function to detoxification, and healthy mood to inflammation, NAC provides numerous health benefits. N-acetylcysteine is an amino acid found in onions and eggs. Like l-theanine, it’s considered a non-proteinogenic amino acid, meaning … Keep reading…

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How are COVID-19 cases counted? Are they all “real” cases?

COVID-19 cases have increased significantly in recent weeks. In reaction to the rise in cases, numerous states and cities have rolled back their reopening plans. Masks are mandated across half of the country. It would be reasonable to assume that the numbers define the count of people who’ve tested positive … Keep reading…

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5 Nonnegotiable Habits For a Strong Immune System

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, politicians and policymakers have focused on social distancing, washing hands, and face coverings, three things that might slow the spread of COVID-19. Coming from a health and fitness background, what’s most disturbing to me is the lack of discussion around improving people’s health. If public health … Keep reading…

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What if we’ve all been primed?

We’re all in this together. Stay home. Stay safe. We’ll get through this. It’s our new normal. These words have been repeated so many times, you’d think they’re used for selling the latest superfood. They’re not selling a superfood, but is it possible they’re trying to sell us something? A … Keep reading…