There is a link between shortened telomere length and lifespan. Telomeres protect the ends of the chromosomes that comprise your genomes. They are roughly 8,000-10,000 nucleotides in length, but they shorten each time a cell divides. And once telomeres reach a critical length, the cell no longer divides and dies. The shortening of telomeres has […]
Scientists estimate that there are about 140,000 mushroom species, but only 14,000 of these have currently been described. Considering this vast number, it is unsurprising that there have been several different reported uses of mushrooms, with one of the most prominent being as stress relievers. The species that fall into this class are known as […]
Data by the World Health Organization indicates that the majority of the world’s population has at least one or more herpes virus infections. Herpes is known as a commonly transmitted disease in the U.S. that has the potential to cause harmful and undesired effects on the human body. In most instances, people are primarily infected […]
The beginning of spring is generally a season met with excitement, the end of cold weather, and the beginning of warmer temperatures. It also marks the start of plants opening and growing after the winter. Whilst it is a time that many enjoy, some dread this new season, as not only is it the beginning […]
Methylsulfonylmethane, or MSM, is a natural sulfur compound that may have several health benefits. The practice of taking MSM supplements is growing in popularity, and this supplement could help lower inflammation, lower joint pain, boost immune system health, enhance the appearance of the skin, and more. What Is MSM? MSM is also referred to as […]
Vitamin C is probably one of the most well-known vitamins, especially in the winter season when colds and flu hit. Its popularity started in the 1970s when a Nobel prize winner, Linus Pauling started to promote the use of this vitamin to prevent colds and flu. Nowadays many reach for orange juice or a supplement […]
Have you experienced a hectic day at work or school and been just absolutely fatigued? When that happens, you typically don’t worry too much about it – a few hours of good rest should get you back to functioning as normal, right? But with some conditions, like chronic fatigue immune dysfunction syndrome, the fatigue just […]
Chronic fatigue is a condition that was first recognized in 1988. Around five to nine million Americans experience it. This condition may last for years, and it not only affects your health but also your quality of life. There is no quick fix for this condition nor any FDA-approved therapies. However, there are many remedies […]
Your body has many important duties to carry out for optimal health. To help it perform these duties, it has twelve different systems to assist, such as the respiratory system and the digestive system. The lymphatic system is one of these twelve systems, and it plays a key role in protecting your body from illness […]
Your microbiome plays a vital role in multiple health issues. While many healthcare providers in holistic medicine have considered gut health as one of the most important factors in addressing health issues, conventional medicine may have started seeing the light, especially with increasing literature highlighting the cancer-microbiome connection. Studies suggest that your microbiome may both […]
