Tiffani Huckels The short answer: it depends. The immune system is continually responding to endogenous and exogenous stimuli including sugar. Whether from the foods we eat, our sleep and exercise habits, stress, relationships, or the air we breathe, the body is always looking for ways to maintain homeostasis. A 2018 review showed that 83 research studies concluded that a … Read more
The Study A study published last weekend in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) shows that 8 grams of vitamin C reduced the duration of symptoms from mild infection by 18%. The study involved 219 people either given standard care, or vitamin C (8 grams), or zinc (7mg), or both vitamin C and … Read more
Detox is a subject contested by a lot of people, perhaps due to conflicting marketing messages online. The thing is, our bodies detox naturally, every single day. However, if we overburden the human organism with toxins, this can result in an over-toxified system that needs a break. Toxins are lurking everywhere in modern society. As … Read more
The incidence of colitis, which involves inflammation of the colon’s lining, is on the rise in the US, even in children. Recently, Hasan Zaki, Ph.D. and lead researcher at UT Southwestern, and his team looked at the modern Western diet (high in fat, sugar, and animal protein) to determine if they could establish the leading … Read more
Thanks to the classic “Got Milk?” advertisements, many of us are aware that calcium and vitamin D support bone health. But have you ever thought about the foods that cause the opposite effect? The National Osteoporosis Foundation reports that around 54 million Americans have poor bone density. Often the first sign of poor bone density … Read more
If you are among the 1 in 2 women who suffer from dry skin, you know all too well how uncomfortable the itching and irritation can be. A dry complexion also looks dull and inflamed, making you appear much older and with more wrinkles… with the creases and folds actually looking deeper and more noticeable … Read more
A new study has revealed that the human body clears toxins out of the brain while we’re asleep. Research has shown that sleep is essential for cognition and healthy brain function. Slow waves in neural activity contribute to memory consolidation and cerebrospinal fluid can clear metabolic waste products. However, the relationship between these two processes had yet to be seen. Cerebrospinal … Read more
The immune response is one of nature’s greatest gifts. It translates the outside world for your body, so that you can live an abundant and healthy life. Through the rejuvenation of the immune system you make a million new immune cells every ten seconds, so, if you think about it, this means you make yourself … Read more
Carbohydrates are an essential part of a healthy diet, yet it’s important to know that not all of them are created equal. So how do you tell the difference between “good carbs” and “bad carbs?” The answer is both simple — and complex. Here’s everything you need to know about carbohydrates and making smart choices … Read more
Nutrient Deficiencies. Our bodies are complex machines, constantly working to maintain balance and perform countless functions. Just like a car needs the right fuel and fluids, our bodies need a consistent supply of essential vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients to run optimally. When we’re lacking in these vital building blocks, our bodies often send out … Read more
