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🦠 Aging and Digestive Enzymes
As we age, our body's production of digestive enzymes declines, leading to reduced digestion, nutrient absorption, and increased risk of health issues. Enzymes are vital for breaking down food, supporting metabolism, and overall health. Eating raw foods, chewing well, reducing calories, and taking natural enzyme supplements can help maintain digestive function and slow aging-related decline. We aren’t what we eat, but what we digest and absorb.

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Jul 125 min read


🌀 The Zen Swing: A Gentle Qigong Exercise to Harmonize Energy and Enhance Well-Being
The Zen Swing is a gentle, rhythmic movement that boosts circulation, reduces stress, improves joint mobility, and balances energy. Simply swing your hips and arms side to side in a relaxed posture, breathing calmly. Practice for 10+ minutes daily—ideally at sunrise or sunset—barefoot on natural ground for grounding and calm. It's easy, meditative, and a powerful addition to any wellness routine.

ketogenicfasting
May 122 min read


🌱 The Soy Debate: Understanding the Benefits, Risks, and Impact on Health
Soy, including tofu, offers benefits like plant-based protein and heart health but raises concerns due to its estrogenic effects, potential thyroid disruption, and high GMO content. Women, especially those with thyroid issues or estrogen-sensitive conditions, should moderate soy intake. Chef Janine avoids soy in her gourmet keto meals to prioritize hormone-safe ingredients that support metabolic and overall health. Moderation and organic choices are key for safe soy consumpti

ketogenicfasting
May 106 min read


🌟 Understanding the Endocrine System: The Silent Regulator of Your Body
The endocrine system is a network of glands that release hormones into the bloodstream to regulate growth, metabolism, stress, mood, and reproduction. It works more slowly than the nervous system but has longer-lasting effects. Key glands include the pituitary, thyroid, adrenal glands, and pancreas. A healthy lifestyle—including good nutrition, sleep, and stress management—supports hormone balance and overall well-being. Hormonal regulation is whole-body effort, not limited t

ketogenicfasting
May 85 min read


🪨⛏️ What Are "Essential" Minerals? Why Are They Essential?
Essential minerals are inorganic elements that the human body needs in small amounts to perform critical biological functions.

ketogenicfasting
Jan 73 min read


🥦🍊🥕 What Are "Essential" Vitamins? Why Are They Important?
Essential vitamins are indispensable because they sustain life, prevent disease, and ensure the body’s systems function effectively.

ketogenicfasting
Jan 74 min read


🧠⚡🧪 Neurotransmitters for Happiness + Depression
Serotonin and dopamine are key neurotransmitters that regulate mood, pleasure, motivation, sleep, appetite, and more. Serotonin promotes calm and well-being, while dopamine drives reward and motivation. Balanced levels are vital for mental and physical health. Diet, exercise, hydration, sunlight, and amino acid-rich foods like turkey, salmon, and spinach help boost these brain chemicals naturally—without relying on prescription drugs.

ketogenicfasting
Nov 24, 20244 min read


The Fantastical World Of Hormones --With Dr. John Wass
Hormones shape each and every one of us, affecting almost every aspect of our lives - our height, our weight, our appetites, how we grow and reproduce, and even how we behave and feel. This interesting documentary tells the wonderful and often weird story of how hormones were discovered.

ketogenicfasting
Jun 9, 20231 min read


🍗🥩🥚🧀🐟💪❗⚖️ All Proteins Are Not Created The Same!
The body needs high-quality protein for muscle, hormone, and cell function. Not all proteins are equal—animal proteins like eggs and meat are more bioavailable and complete in essential amino acids than most plant proteins. Research shows most people, especially Americans, don’t get enough quality protein. A 135 lb person needs 75–100g daily, not just 50g. Plant-based claims from films like The Game Changers often ignore real nutritional science and amino acid bioavailability

ketogenicfasting
Feb 15, 20222 min read
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