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Trouble Sleeping? – Reasons You May be Waking Up at Night
In spite of following sleep hygiene basics (dark room, no caffeine, etc.), many people find themselves wide awake at 3:00 in the morning. Maribeth Evezich, MS, RD shares some reasons why this may happen.
Top Workout Trends of 2019
Curious about the latest workout trends? We’ve compiled a list of this year’s top workouts along with their benefits. There’s something for everyone!
Staying Ahead of Changes in the Gut
Gut health is important for overall health, and there are many wide-ranging causes that can affect gut health. Here are a few things to consider as you work to get your gut back on track.
How Does Gut Health Impact the Skin?
A healthy gut can be tied to many aspects of overall health, but can it help with healthy skin? Learn about the gut-skin connection and whether a healthy gut can support a clearer complexion.
How Can a Keto Diet Support Cognition?
Many factors influence why we sometimes forget where we put our keys or lose focus throughout the day, and brain energy metabolism is one of them. Learn why, and how, a ketogenic diet can positively affect cognition.
Beneficial Effects of Phosphatidylserine on Cognitive Function
Found in many foods and available as a supplement, phosphatidylserine may be able to improve our memory and overall brain function. Learn where to find this phospholipid and what it can do.
Phosphatidylserine 101
It’s a hot topic lately: Phosphatidylserine facilitates communication between brain and nerve cells, delivering nutrients and helping to keep these cells intact. Learn more about this important phospholipid’s health benefits.
Dietary Fat & Cognitive Performance: Can a High-Fat Diet Be Bad for the Brain?
Recent scientific interest in the effects of nutrition on human brain function has increased significantly, especially as dietary fats have regained popularity: Current evidence suggests consuming a high-fat diet may increase the risk of cognitive decline over time. Learn the differences among types of dietary fats and how each can impact cognition.
Why DHA Is Crucial at Any Stage of Life
Everyone knows they should eat right, exercise often, and drink plenty of water—but brain health often takes a back seat to the health of our bodies. Learn why DHA is known for its brain-boosting benefits in children and adults alike.
Acute vs. Chronic Inflammation
Inflammation is a popular buzzword these days. But what causes it? What’s the difference between acute and chronic inflammation, and if it’s something the body does naturally, then what’s the big deal?
Take a Stand Against Prolonged Sitting
When we sit, muscles in our lower body turn off. As a result, we can experience compromised body function. Here, Robert Silverman, DC shares a number of ways to reduce the adverse effects of sitting that almost every professional can start doing today.
Acupuncture: What It Is, How It Works, & Its Benefits
The ancient Chinese healing technique of acupuncture boasts benefits for a range of health applications. Get to know what acupuncture is, what it’s used for, and what to expect in that first appointment.
When Should We Take Supplements?
In a perfect world, we would garner all the vitamins and nutritional minerals we need from the foods we eat. Yet, in reality, that’s rarely the case. In this post, Robert Silverman, DC shares five instances in which he recommends leveraging the power of supplements.