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Prebiotic Better Than Probiotic

Prebiotic Better Than Probiotic

Gut health has become a popular topic in recent years, with an increasing focus on the role of the gut microbiome in overall well-being. While probiotics, the live beneficial bacteria found in certain foods and supplements, have gained much attention, prebiotics are emerging as an equally, if not more, important player in promoting gut health.

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What is Metabolic Syndrome?

What is Metabolic Syndrome?

What is metabolic syndrome? Is it the same as Syndrome X or insulin resistance syndrome? In this short blog/article, Robert Ferguson brings clarity to what it is and isn’t.

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Bananas Blunt Blueberry Benefits

Bananas Blunt Blueberry Benefits

Studies have revealed that adding bananas to a smoothie that has blueberries, significantly decreases the absorption of polyphenols that are rich in blueberries. Simply put, if you’re going to make a smoothie with blueberries, don’t consume with bananas.

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Scared Straight: A New Analogy for Health and Weight Loss Motivation

Scared Straight: A New Analogy for Health and Weight Loss Motivation

Imagine if individuals struggling with obesity or poor health could experience an equally eye-opening encounter—not with prison inmates, but with the stark consequences of their lifestyle choices. Instead of being confronted by prisoners, they would meet individuals suffering from advanced diabetes, severe heart disease, or the aftermath of a stroke.

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Avocado Berry Smoothie

Avocado Berry Smoothie

This fat-burning smoothie is packed with brain and gut friendly polyphenols, healthy fat and a proper amount of protein. The avocado gives it the creaminess and helps with the increased bioavailability (proper absorption) of the polyphenols you get from the avocado and blueberries!

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Preventing Age-Related Muscle Atrophy

Preventing Age-Related Muscle Atrophy

There is a supplement and fatty acid that has the potential to prevent disuse atrophy represents an exciting development in the field of geriatric health. By preserving muscle mass and strength, these supplements could significantly enhance the quality of life for older adults, promoting greater independence and reducing the risk of falls and associated complications. As research continues to unfold, omega-3s might become a cornerstone in the dietary management of age-related muscle decline.

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