The Ups and Downs of Cortisol
Ups and Downs of Cortisol Hormones are powerful messengers that control virtually every aspect of our bodies’ functioning, from mood and energy levels to sleep quality and stress relief. One such hormone for managing stress and energy is cortisol; just like everything in life, cortisol has its ups and downs;...
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What Your Stool Says About You
What Your Stool Says About You You may not think about it every day, but your stool (or poop) can tell you a lot about your health. Everything from its color, shape, consistency, and even the smell can give clues about what’s happening inside your body. Your stool can sometimes...
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Understanding the Dangers of Mold in Our Coffee!
Understanding the Dangers of Mold in Our Coffee Mold can pose serious health risks if ingested. When mold grows on food or beverages, it produces toxins known as mycotoxins. These mycotoxins can cause a variety of health problems, including allergic reactions, respiratory issues, and even long-term health effects. It’s essential...
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The Hidden Connection Between Seed Oils and Mycotoxins: What’s Lurking in Your Food?
The Hidden Connection Between Seed Oils and Mycotoxins: What’s Lurking in Your Food? Oil is a foundational ingredient for nearly every cooked food and cuisine, from appetizers to main dishes and desserts. If you make something with heat, you’re likely using oil. If you eat salad, your dressing will have...
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Which Came First: Oxalates or Mast Cells?
Which Came First: Oxalates or Mast Cells? You don’t have to drink green juice every morning or stock your refrigerator full of superfoods to participate in the Western world’s health-conscious culture. It quite literally shapes us and everything around us, whether you’re aware of it or not. Every year, new trends...
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Zonulin = Leaky Gut = Leaky Brain = Leaky Mitochondria
Zonulin: Do You Know What Your Levels Are? What is Zonulin? Zonulin is a protein that plays numerous roles in maintaining the integrity of your gut lining. It controls the tight junctions between the cells in your intestines, which determine what substances can pass through the gut barrier and into your...
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Mycotoxins & Hormone Disruption
Mycotoxins and Hormone Disruption Nobody likes to see mold in their home or on their food. Aside from being unsightly (and smelly), mold can damage your health. Certain types of mold can release toxins referred to as mycotoxins. When you ingest or inhale mold with mycotoxins, you put your health...
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Estrogen: How Do You Know You’re Metabolizing It?
Estrogen: How Do You Know You’re Metabolizing It? From the amount of food we put on our plates, to the way we deal with our emotions, hormones dictate pretty much everything we do. Hormones are like chemical messages, influencing the way we think, behave, and perceive the world around...
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Understanding Mycotoxins & Their Role in Allergic Reactions
Understanding Mycotoxins and Their Role in Allergic Reactions Mycotoxins are toxic compounds that are naturally produced by certain types of molds that can grow on food crops, stored grains, and inside buildings. Mycotoxins can be harmful to your health in many ways, including causing allergic reactions and worsening asthma symptoms. If...
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If Your Mitochondria Could Talk, What Would They Say?
“Every cell in our bodies is a city full of workers, with mitochondria as the power plants converting energy into forms that are usable to the cell.” – Nick Lane, “Power, Sex, Suicide: Mitochondria and the Meaning of Life.” Ever wondered what it would be like if the microscopic power...
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