Inflammation is how the human body heals itself. In fact, the inflammatory process is crucial for fighting infections and healing from injuries. However, this healthy process has a dark side to it. Inflammation that has gone south is commonly referred to as “chronic...
One of the greatest risks to the average American’s health and wellbeing is cardiovascular disease. This is particularly true as people age. Consider these facts: Roughly 120 million Americans have been diagnosed with some form of cardiovascular disease (which is more...
You’ve probably heard the word “collagen” used in ads for skincare products. But collagen’s importance goes far beyond your skin and how you look to encompass your health overall. Keep reading to learn more about what collagen does within your body. What Is Collagen?...
Medical practitioners sometimes refer to high blood pressure as “the silent killer”. This is because people can have elevated blood pressure for years and not necessarily know it. Over time, high blood pressure (also known as hypertension) can cause blood vessels to...
Lots of things are good by themselves but even better together, like: Peanut butter and jelly Ketchup and French fries Macaroni and cheese Batman and Robin (a.k.a. the “dynamic duo”) Speaking of dynamic duos, there’s a pair of essential nutrients that possess...
Have you ever had a friend or relative who seems to eat whatever they want, while never gaining weight? You may have thought that person was just lucky. Well, it’s a little more complicated than that… Metabolism is a complex collection of processes that govern how...
