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Cognitive decline is an unfortunate reality for many people as they age, with research showing that this decline can begin as early as people’s 30s or 40s. Often, the rate of decline accelerates once people reach their 60s. Conventional wisdom has attributed this decline to the aging process itself. However, new research…and recent events…suggests that […]

Your body needs both macronutrients and micronutrients to stay healthy. Macronutrients fall into three categories: protein (to build muscle and other types of tissue), fat (for stored energy and insulation), and carbohydrates (for quick energy). As the name would suggest, our bodies need macronutrients in larger amounts. Micronutrients, on the other hand, can be distinguished […]

Summer is here, which means more time spent outdoors. It also means extra diligence around protecting your skin from the sun. Read on to learn more about what makes your skin susceptible to sun damage; and more importantly, what you can do to protect your skin from the sun. Your Skin’s Structure To understand how […]

Losing weight is challenging for most people, even under the best of circumstances. And if your metabolism is working against you, it can be that much harder. So what exactly is metabolism? Metabolism is simply how fast your body turns food into energy. People who are thin tend to have faster metabolisms. People who gain […]

Many of us would like to lose some weight…but often don’t get around to it. This is mostly because losing weight is just plain hard…especially as you get older. It doesn’t help that our heads have been filled with myriad myths and misinformation about weight loss. The confusion that ensues can discourage people from even […]

If you’re in your 40s or older, there’s a good chance you’ve had “the cholesterol conversation” with your doctor. You know, the one where he or she says, “You need to lower your cholesterol”. Elevated levels of LDL cholesterol (a.k.a. “bad” cholesterol) can be a big deal. If it oxidizes in your arteries, it can […]

Trace elements are critical for your good health, especially as you age. Magnesium is a prime example. It provides numerous health benefits for your mind and your body, and ongoing research continues to add to its list of benefits. Here are some of the most important ways magnesium can support your mental and physical health. […]

Unfortunately, for some people getting older can mean cognitive decline. Brain fog. An inability to focus. Memory loss. Or worse, age-related cognitive diseases like Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s. For years, most experts thought that cognitive decline was an inevitable part of the aging process. The problem with this thinking is that it never took into consideration […]

While it’s easy to take your skin for granted, it does some pretty amazing things: It’s the first line of defense when protecting what’s inside your body what’s outside your body. It prevents your body from losing moisture. It helps your body to maintain optimal temperature. It protects your body from ultraviolet radiation. Not only […]

In the world of vitamins, vitamin D stands alone. For starters, vitamin D isn’t really a vitamin at all (even though it’s often categorized as such). Vitamin D is actually a hormone. Vitamin D is produced from cholesterol when sunlight passes through your skin. It also comes from foods like cod liver oil, egg yolks, […]