The Wonders of Sweating

The body has a number of regulatory mechanisms designed to keep us safe and healthy. There is a complex series of physiological processes that takes place when we eat, sleep, breathe, and move throughout our day that keeps the body functioning properly. Sweating, or perspiration, is one way the body maintains this equilibrium despite changes … Read more

Reasons Why Chocolate is Great – The Science

The idea of a chocolate dessert being a “guilty pleasure” moralizes food in a way that often leads to an unhealthy relationship with what we eat. However, it’s true that there are some foods we should be incorporating into our diets more often (like fresh vegetables, fruits, lean proteins, and whole grains). Others we can … Read more

Why are you Sluggish during Winter?

When it’s cold, damp, and dark outside, it’s normal to feel a bit sluggish. As the days grow shorter and the sun sets at 5:30 p.m. (or earlier), many find themselves feeling tired, achy, depressed, and getting sick much more frequently than they normally do. Waking up in the morning feels impossible, getting through work … Read more

What to Know About Omega-3 Fatty Acids And Heart Health

There’s lots of ink spilled on the importance of omega-3 fatty acids. These healthy fats, found in certain fish, nuts, and seeds, have been linked to heart health and eye health, improved immunity, and weight management. Some studies suggest they may even help with anxiety and depression. But what exactly are omega-3 fatty acids and what … Read more

How to Get Solid Sleep

Sleep: Recharge Your Batteries Brain Fog Friendly Summary One of the most effective ways to improve energy, mental clarity, and immune function while decreasing pain and weight gain is to get your eight hours of sleep a night. Begin by making time for sleep. Do this by cutting out things that don’t feel good. Create … Read more

Omega Supplementation Reprograms the Immune Response

  Advances in our understanding of immune-active fats confirm that insufficient intakes of omega fatty acids and deficient endogenous production of their metabolites (including resolvins, protectins, maresins, and lipoxins) can result in dysregulated leukocyte and platelet activation and perpetuation of an imbalanced immune response. Such impairments in immune resolution have been linked to chronic inflammation … Read more

Gratitude and the Positive Impact on Learning

A most endearing part of our Thanksgiving tradition is reflecting on what we are grateful for. Previous research has revealed that gratitude is directly related to well-being, personal accomplishment and other positive psychological outcomes. This included a significantly reduced risk of a range of diagnoses such as phobia, among others. Gratitude has been shown to affect the brain through the threat-reducing effects … Read more

My Feet Are Burning! Understanding Peripheral Neuropathy

First off, I’m sorry if you’re experiencing this pain. You’re not alone though. 30 million people in the United States and 380 million people world-wide suffer from peripheral neuropathy symptoms. It often feels like there’s a burning, tingling sensation in their feet when there shouldn’t be. My intention with this article is to give you … Read more

Socks For Balance & Stability

Clinical Study: Socks For Balance & Stability Summary of “Effect of DNS Socks on Overall Balance and Stability Using The Sway Medical Application“ If your foot pain (neuropathy-caused or not) is causing issues with balance, perhaps this information will be helpful as well. To start, it’s important we outline what these socks are – they’re called … Read more

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