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VAGUS NERVE AND YOUR HEALTH
The vagus nerve, also known as the gut-brain axis, is the longest…
DRINK UP: HEALTH BENEFITS OF WATER
Water is essential for our bodies to function properly. Every…
Circadian Rhythm: How This Pattern Can Impact Your Health
Did you know that your body has its own internal clock? This…
5 Components to Autoimmune Conditions
Your immune system is designed to distinguish between what belongs…
The Bitter Truth About Sweets
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Have you ever wondered why sugar makes everything taste…
Have you ever wondered why sugar makes everything taste…
SETTING YOUR HEALTH INTENTIONS FOR 2022
As we approach the end of another year, many of us are looking…
DNA Methylation: What You Should Know
DNA methylation is a biological process that changes the structure…
OXIDATIVE STRESS: Deterioration of Our Cells
Oxidative stress is a term that refers to the deterioration…
WHAT IS MITOPHAGY?
Mitophagy is a process that occurs in cells, and it's essentially…
FISETIN: Why are people taking this supplement?
Fisetin is a flavonoid found in many fruits and vegetables.…
EXTRACELLULAR MATRIX
The extracellular matrix is a network of proteins and other…
CELL DANGER RESPONSE: What it is and why its important
The body's immune system is a complicated, elegant machine that…
Advanced Glycation End Products: What they are and how they influence our health and aging
Advanced glycation end products, or AGEs for short, can influence…
METABOLIC ENDOTOXEMIA
Metabolic endotoxemia is a condition that affects many people…
Hashimotos: The Most Common Cause of Hypothyroidism
Hashimoto's, also known as Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, is considered…
Heart Rate Variability
Heart rate variability is a new technique in the field of biofeedback…
GUT-BRAIN AXIS
The gut-brain axis is a term that refers to the two-way communication…
LEAKY GUT & MORE: THE IMPACT OF DYSBIOSIS
We recently discussed the importance of nurturing a healthy…
INTRO TO INFLAMMATION
With many major diseases linked to chronic inflammation, persistent…
Gluten-Free Diet: Any benefit? Or just a trend?
Gluten-Free (GF) is necessary for anyone with Celiac Disease.…
BATTLE OF THE FATS: What is the best cooking oil?
Anything with the term “vegetable” is commonly advertised…
FATTY ACIDS: What makes essential fatty acids essential?
As we have learned throughout the Cell Membrane Series, Omega…
FATTY ACIDS: Building blocks of life
As we continue our Cell Membrane Series, we will be discussions…
CELL MEMBRANE: Where optimal health begins
What we eat applies on the cellular level directly to cell membranes.…
CELL MEMBRANE: Protection for the Cell
Every cell in the body is protected by a membrane. Cell membrane…
EXPOSOME: Measuring the biological impact of the environment around us
Our environment can drive disease or mitigate disease risk.…
METABOLOMICS: Bridging the gap from genotype to phenotype
Today, we continue our series on the Omics of Medicine.…
PROTEOMICS: THE TRANSLATION OF OUR BLUEPRINT
The technology surrounding proteomics has evolved in recent…
OMICS OF MEDICINE: Transcriptomics
A gateway to a better understanding of disease pathogenesis.
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OMICS OF MEDICINE: GENOMICS
A blueprint of a genetic "you".
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Our DNA determines…
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Our DNA determines…
THE OMICS OF MEDICINE
The advent of high-throughput technologies in the field of genomic…
ALTERED INTERCELLULAR COMMUNICATION – Where Inflammation Meets Aging
As we age, cells show an increase in self-preserving signals…
STEM CELL EXHAUSTION – The Ultimate Culprit of Aging
Stem cells have exceptional abilities to self-renew and recreate…
CELLULAR SENESCENCE – When Cells Undermine Their Purpose
Our bodies have a built-in process that is believed to be a…
MITOCHONDRIAL DYSFUNCTION: Our Powerhouse Gone Awry
Mitochondria serve as the powerhouses of our cells for which…
DEREGULATED NUTRIENT-SENSING – A Fine Line Between Longevity and Aging
The capacity of our bodies to sense and respond to the ebb and…
LOSS OF PROTEOSTASIS – The Breach of our DNA Security
Cells need protein to grow and repair. Our bodies have safety…
EPIGENETIC ALTERATIONS – Change is Inevitable
Change is inevitable, but your choices can alter the path. Epigenetics…
TELOMERE ATTRITION – The Wear and Tear of Our Chromosomal Guardians
We have a sophisticated and specialized part of our DNA that…
GENOMIC INSTABILITY – A Root Cause of Aging
We accumulate genetic damage throughout our lives. Let’s begin…
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