Back to school can be an exciting time of year, buzzing with fresh haircuts and new school supplies. But it can also be stressful. In the days or weeks leading up to school, anxiety in your child may show up as Frequent fears from K to 12 Elementary school Middle school High school Fostering resilience…
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Kids’ Health: Spot the signs of nutrient deficiencies
If you’re a parent, you’ve probably spent plenty of time worrying—about all manner of childhood issues, including whether your kids are eating enough to keep them healthy. Because it can be such a worry, we explore how nutrient deficiencies can affect our kids, how to spot them, and, also, how to prevent them. Remember, always…
Diabetes and Metabolism Update
In these sweltering days of summer, who hasn’t had a craving for ice cream or a cool, fresh root beer float? But for those struggling to maintain healthy blood glucose levels, even a slice of white bread can be a no-no. In these studies, a variety of nutrients showed promise for those concerned about healthy…
5 Ways to Keep a Clear Head
While we pay close attention to our body’s detox systems and work to support them through lifestyle choices, how many of us are thinking of detoxing our brains too? Here are some detox tips to help you keep a clear head. Your brain’s cleanup team It’s only been in the past few years that researchers…
Inflammation’s Effects on Brain Health
The complexities of the human brain can leave both a scientist and layperson a tad awestruck. Research is beginning to elucidate the fascinating repercussions of inflammation in the brain. What is inflammation? Inflammation is a finely tuned biological defense system designed to maintain the body’s equilibrium. When the body perceives tissue damage or infection, it…
4 Tips for Mental Resilience
Over the last few years, we’ve been severely challenged as a global society. While living through fear and uncertainty, we comforted each other with acts of kindness, and then kept plodding on toward the proverbial light at the end of the tunnel. Redefining mental well-being The simplest definition of mental well-being? Our ability to cope…
Mind and Memory
Nutrients support healthy brain function Magnesium and vitamins enhance memory Raising magnesium levels in the brain and neurons appears to improve memory. In this study, 102 healthy men and women, aged 18 to 65, took a placebo or 400 mg of magnesium L-threonate, 80 IU vitamin D, 12 mg vitamin C, 4 mg vitamin B6,…
What makes people healthy?
Exploring the social determinants of health Why are some people healthier than others? Yes, your genes play a big role. But there are other determinants of health that have nothing to do with your genetic makeup. Where you live, how you’re educated, and other societal influences are all important factors in our health. Find out…
Sea-to-sky adventures for men’s physical and mental health
Do you enjoy exercising outdoors? Compared to indoor exercise, numerous studies have shown that guys who turn the great outdoors into their workout studio are more motivated to exercise, push themselves harder, and feel more grounded and restored. Get started with al fresco adventures. Embark on a unique exercise adventure “Nothing improves my mood and…
Breaking down the basics of branched-chain amino acids
BCAA supplements may be the talk of your gym, but are they all they’re cracked up to be? Before you make any decisions, go back to the BCAA basics. Here are 8 things you should know about BCAAs. 1. Needed by your body Getting their name from their “branched” molecular structure, there are three types…
Myths and facts surrounding men’s emotional well-being
“Mental health is inherently a taboo topic, and I think even more so with men,” says nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner Josh Gitalis. He believes societal messaging depicting unattainable stoicism is partly to blame. This, in turn, makes it difficult for men to seek health-related help. “Unfortunately,” adds Gitalis, “this sets up many men to…
Aging Strong: Nutrients support mature bodies
Whole, Fresh Diet for Health In a first attempt to gauge global diet, doctors measured 15 fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, nuts, seeds, calcium, fiber, omega-3s, and other fatty acids, milk, red and processed meats, sugar-sweetened beverages, trans-fats, and sodium in populations in 195 countries over 18 years through 2017. During this time, more than…
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