You say folate, I say folic acid… let’s call the whole thing off? Paraphrasing the famous lyrics may help us remember that similar sounding words may not always translate to the same molecules! Folate has become an umbrella term used interchangeably to describe different forms of the basic vitamin B9: it can be easy to
It is well known that exercise is good for us, it’s plain to see when we are provided with all the evidence of the benefits one can gain from regular exercise. Although exercise is mostly known for weight-loss, which plays a role in maintaining a healthy balanced life, it can provide us with so much
Ingredients 2 cups coconut milk (or light coconut milk) 1/2 cup Flaxseeds 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup (or to taste) maple syrup or honey Optional: 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder Low oxalate fruits (blueberries, apple, apricots, cherries, nectarines) Instructions For Blended/Smooth Version: Place all ingredients in blender and blend on high for 1-2 minutes until
Coffee is one of the world most popular drinks, one can find dozens of coffee shops in virtually every town or city. The reason for this is due to coffees’ many known health benefits and its stimulating effects. Coffee and its many chemical compounds have been found to decrease the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s
The immune system protects the body from external threats such as viruses, bacteria, parasites, and chemicals. The key to the functioning of the immune system is its ability to differentiate between self (healthy tissue) and non-self. The immune system consists of several subsystems all working together as a unit to protect the body. It can
Anaemia is considered to be one of the most common blood conditions in the world. This condition relates to the abnormal or lack of functioning of red blood cells and its protein, haemoglobin. If there are any deficiencies in the production or functioning of red blood cells and haemoglobin, we can expect to see a
The ketogenic diet is growing in popularity around the world year after year. The diet was originally used to treat epilepsy in the 1920’s, but since then it has been shown to be effective for weight loss and improving health conditions beyond epilepsy such as depression, systemic inflammation, autism spectrum disorder, metabolic syndrome, and cancer.
Is Stress Making You Sick In The Gut Throughout our lives, we experience varied levels of stress that may cause harm to our health, especially in terms of gut function. Our mental health is essential in maintaining the body’s physiological functions; electrochemical imbalances may result, along with reduced gut capabilities. Intestinal bacteria are regulated by
MTHFR and Hormones Many women with MTHFR experience excessive mood swings and may experience other symptoms related to fluctuations in hormone levels. Methylation issues can also result in hormone imbalances and pregnancy complications. Some of you have heard about certain MTHFR mutations that affect our hormones and might be worried that it is happening to
Low Homocysteine Levels: What are The Consequences? Homocysteine is an amino acid derivative that serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of methionine and cysteine. It contains a sulfhydryl group that serves as an important branch in the formation of important biological compounds such as glutathione (GSH) and S-adenosylmethionine (SAM). GSH is formed through the
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