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It’s not easy separating the wheat from the chaff emerging from Washington these days, but with last week’s release of radically new dietary guidelines, essentially the 34-year-old food pyramid on its head, it must be attempted. Our daily diet has to have certain goals beyond giving us enough calories to survive. It has to be crafted to support and strengthen our various bodily systems – musculoskeletal, digestive, circulatory, respiratory, neurologic, etc. Diet also has to

We often think of sleeping as “shutting off” our brains and bodies, but the truth is that a lot happens during sleep. Sleep is when you dream, of course, but it’s also when your body releases hormones and repairs cells. All that internal activity takes energy, which burns calories. In this article, we’ll explore more about how the body burns calories during sleep, plus how you can calculate the average number of calories burned each

Your back hurts, so you can’t sleep. But wait. When you can’t sleep, your back hurts. What gives? Turns out, both are right, according to new research that digs into the two way relationship between one of the most common types of chronic pain, and one of the most common sleep issues. In addition, anxiety and depressive symptoms are often in the mix with these two conditions at play, further complicating the problem, and therefore

L-carnitine is a common form of carnitine, an amino acid found in animal products, especially red meat. A vegan diet may be low in carnitine content. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), it is also naturally produced in the human liver, kidneys, and brain. It is found in the highest concentrations in the brain and skeletal muscle. L-carnitine is vital for mitochondria function and fatty acid oxidation—essentially, it helps with energy production by transforming fat into fuel for the

Recliners are one of the coziest spots to curl up with a book or binge-watch a beloved series. Some recliners are so comfortable that you might end up taking an unplanned nap—or sleep straight through the night. But is it bad to sleep in a recliner all night or every night? Well, sleeping in a recliner might have temporary benefits for some people, but it can also cause some issues. This article will explore everything

Sign up for CNN’s Eat, But Better: Mediterranean Style. Our eight-part guide shows you a delicious expert-backed eating lifestyle that will boost your health for life. Eating ultraprocessed foods is associated with an early risk of death, according to a 30-year study — but different foods have different impacts. Ultraprocessed foods are those that contain ingredients “never or rarely used in kitchens, or classes of additives whose function is to make the final product palatable or

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Biohacking’s origins can be traced back to the 1980s when “DIY biologists” self-experimented to modify their genes and optimize health. The word is still very buzzy today and can involve anything from meditation, intermittent fasting, or following a low-carb diet.

Exploring the Role of Anti-Inflammatory Nutrition in Integrative Health: Discover the impact of anti-inflammatory nutrition on overall well-being and learn how to incorporate nutrient-dense foods to combat chronic inflammation and promote integrative health Introduction to Anti-Inflammatory Nutrition and Integrative Health Anti-inflammatory nutrition is a pivotal aspect of promoting integrative health through dietary choices that aim to reduce inflammation in the body. By understanding the significance of anti-inflammatory foods in combating chronic inflammation, individuals can embark

Gas, indigestion, and muscle strain are some common causes of abdominal pain on the right side Right-side abdominal pain can be caused by a variety of medical conditions, and treatment depends on the diagnosis. Pinpointing the location of abdominal pain can help you and your healthcare provider determine the cause. While gas, indigestion, or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may cause pain anywhere along the gastrointestinal tract, specific organs, such as the gallbladder and appendix, cause