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Fascinating Research! A question I frequently encounter is: "Should I incorporate a probiotic into my routine?" Probiotics are beneficial...

Do you prefer the bustling energy of night-time or the calmness that accompanies morning hours? It's possible your metabolism may be impacted by this. A current study reveals that individuals with metabolic syndrome* who have a penchant for staying up late and sleeping in (Hi, night owls!) can be prone to type 2 diabetes. *Metabolic syndrome is the diagnostic cluster consisting of 3 or more of: increased blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and

If the prospect of a cold shower doesn't sound enticing, you may be surprised to learn of its many potential health benefits! Here are...

Until recently, humans spent most of their time in nature. Today, we spend much of our time in urban areas, which has a massive impact on...

This is exciting stuff, and like one of my patients said: empowering. The study shows that metabolism stays at the exact same rate from age 20-60 years old, even during pregnancy. As people age, there is often an unwritten expectation that maintaining health gets harder. Life gets full for sure, but your body is still working for you rather than against you. I love the findings of this study because it debunks the negative self-talk that we're doomed after age 30. If you want