We all know that air pollution increases the risk of respiratory, cardiovascular, and cerebrovascular disease. Now there is a growing body of research that has shown that indoor and outdoor air pollution decreases cognitive function. While it is well known that air pollutants such as PM2.5 (fine inh

Helicobacter pylori, also known as H. pylori, is a bacterium that is commonly found in the stomach. It is present in approximately one-half of the world's population, yet most people infected with it have no symptoms. Others may develop problems, such as gastritis or stomach ulcers. It is not clear

A properly functioning thyroid gland makes T4, (Thyroxine) hormone. T4 is considered a storage form of thyroid hormone that has to be converted into the active hormone T3 (Triiodothyronine). This important thyroid hormone controls your metabolism, energy level, mood, and the function of almost every

The lack of thyroxine (T4) associated with hypothyroidism can affect the sphincter of Oddi (layers of muscle that regulate the flow of bile into the small intestine/duodenum, which close between meals, preventing bile from continuing to flow into the small intestine when it isn’t needed). The sphinc

Many have gone to conventional doctors to seek help for specific symptoms like brain fog and weight gain, only to be given limited recommendations such as “Perhaps you’re just getting older”, or just “exercise more and eat less”. They may be told there is nothing that can be done about the autoimmun

Quercetin [a bioflavonoid] has been investigated for its possible antiviral effect on several members of the Coronaviridae family. Quercetin glucosides, such as isoquercetin, occur naturally and have the same therapeutic effects in vivo as quercetin, but with better bioavailability. [absorption] O

Zinc is an essential trace element and a cofactor in more than 300 endogenous biochemical reactions. It plays a role in DNA and RNA synthesis, which is significant for tissue repair. Zinc also has antibacterial effects; deficiencies have been associated with microbial infections, intestinal inflamma

This was a clinical trial with patients with Crohn’s disease, Ulcerative colitis, and IBD, not in remission, and not responding to conventional therapy was offered to initiate LDN as concomitant treatment. In total 47 IBD patients prescribed LDN were followed prospectively for 12 weeks. Results: L

Research is looking beyond CBD and focusing on other non-psychoactive compounds in the hemp plant such as minor cannabinoids, CBC, CBG, and CBN. CBC, CBG, and CBN are all being isolated and purified by formulators so they can reintroduce them into new product formulations, with or without CBD. CBC

1. Your DNA could stretch from the earth to the sun and back ~600 times. If unwound and linked together, the strands of DNA in each of your cells would be 6 feet long. With 100 trillion cells in your body, that means if all your DNA were put end-to-end, it would stretch over 110 billion miles. That’

Our unique genetics can lead us to be more susceptible to variations in how our immune system functions. For some, that means being more likely to have allergies, or autoimmunity, or immune deficiencies. But what is important to know is that our genetic tendencies are turned on by stress. Once the b

Most of us continue to look for that “magic bullet” when it comes to health and longevity. What if there was a magic bullet that could help you be healthier and live longer? It turns out the body already has a mechanism that can do all of this and more! It is something called “autophagy.” Autophagy

Detoxification is a very broad term. Supporting your methylation cycle is one way to boost your glutathione and help detoxification, but there are many approaches to detoxification. While supporting methylation helps in the detoxification of heavy metals and other harmful toxins, there are other way

Pregnenolone is a steroid hormone synthesized from cholesterol. It is produced from the gonads, adrenal glands and the brain where it can be found in higher levels, compared to the blood. Essentially, pregnenolone is known for its anti-inflammatory properties that may help boost cognitive functions

What Is Folic Acid & what does it have to do with MTHFR? Folic acid is the synthetic version of folate (also called B9), and it is manufactured then used in fortified foods and supplements. The natural form of B9 is Folate, and it’s found in many foods such as asparagus, Brussels sprouts, egg yol

Alzheimer’s Disease (AD), is now known as type 3 diabetes or “diabetes in your brain.” This claim has science behind it, but it is a bit of an oversimplification. Type 3 diabetes occurs when blood sugar becomes elevated, the neurons in the brain become unable to respond to insulin, which is essenti

Naltrexone is an opioid antagonist that is typically used to treat drug and alcohol addiction, at oral doses of 50 or 100 mg. Low-dose naltrexone (LDN), at doses of 5 mg and lower, can be used in the treatment of chronic pain syndromes, neuropathies, PCOS, depression, hormonal or neurotransmitter im

Phosphatidylcholine is a chemical contained in eggs, soybeans, mustard, sunflower, and other foods. It is found naturally in the body in all cells. Phosphatidylcholine is also a source of choline in the body. Phosphatidylcholine is used for ulcerative colitis. There is some scientific research th

Your gut is often referred to as the “second brain.” Your intestines house more than 80% of your immune system and act as a gateway to the rest of your body's systems, sifting out important nutrients from your food and distributing them throughout the rest of your body. Your gut is also where 95% of

Vitamins D and K are both fat-soluble vitamins and play a central role in calcium metabolism. Vitamin D promotes the production of vitamin K-dependent proteins, which require vitamin K for carboxylation in order to function properly. Vitamin D is a cofactor in many metabolic functions, such as; pr

COVID-19, which stands for coronavirus disease of 2019, is an infection caused by a type of coronavirus called severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The infection we know as “the flu” is caused by the influenza virus. Both are viral, respiratory illnesses, but they are not t

Treatment of psoriasis Vulgaris using low-dose naltrexone Psoriasis is a common, immune-mediated skin disease affecting 3.1% of the US population. Psoriasis negatively impacts health-related quality of life and is associated with multiple physical and mental health comorbidities in addition to symp

M-T-H-F-R is not a swear word and it’s not a disease! MTHFR gene provides instructions to an enzyme called methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase. Enzymes are chemicals that help to break down amino acids to make proteins and other compounds our body needs. This enzyme helps to convert the vitamin B9

Allopregnanolone is a progesterone metabolite known for its antidepressant, neuroprotective, neurogenic, and anxiety lowering effects. When progesterone is supplemented via the oral route a large proportion is metabolized by the liver to allopregnanolone. This metabolite is a positive modulator of

In January 2017, the B vitamin biotin was in the news as a possible breakthrough treatment for multiple sclerosis. This positive news was dampened a bit when the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released a warning regarding the safety of biotin on November 28, 2017. The headlines from the war

Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) is a promising new off-label medication for management of symptoms from autoimmune diseases and central nervous system disorders. Naltrexone was approved by the FDA for the treatment of opioid addiction by acting as a competitive opioid receptor antagonist and blocking the

Many of us experience changes in our minds and body as we age such as: decreased energy, brain fog, mood swings, digestive issues, and issues with losing weight. This is not a natural progression of aging, nor do we have to suffer these changes. You can positively impact these changes with a few li

We hear a lot about vitamins and minerals such as B12, folate, magnesium, vitamin C, but there’s little or none said about the importance of dietary lecithin and choline. Are you consuming an adequate amount of acetylcholine, or other phospholipids? The odds are that you are not. The human body pr

We're in a new age of convenience and connectivity, and with it comes new health concerns. More than ever, our eyes are in front of screens - from smart devices and computer monitors to televisions and movie screens. And, more than ever, people of all ages are complaining of eye fatigue, headaches

C-reactive protein is a substance that the liver makes in response to inflammation. The C-reactive protein test measures the amount of this protein in the blood. The test can help to diagnose acute and chronic conditions that cause inflammation CRP test is more broad, just looking for inflammation