Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) causes daily persistent heartburn, also called acid reflux, in nearly one in five American adults. This chronic condition, caused by inflammation and dysfunctions of the stomach, leads to tissue damage that erodes the esophagus. The good news is following a GERD diet can help treat GERD symptoms, along with lifestyle changes.…
The year 2020 marked the 60th anniversary for medical laser treatments like red light therapy (RLT) and green light therapy, providing a host of evidence regarding their benefits. Through emitting red, low-light wavelengths through the skin, red light therapy may naturally jump-start the process of tissue recovery and other forms of rejuvenation. It's believed to…
It's funny that many of us spent years avoiding fat at all costs when, these days, we're understanding more all the time about the benefits of a high-fat, low-carb diet, also known as the keto diet. If you are following a high-fat diet, then keto fat bombs are about to be your new favorite keto snacks. So…
Strawberries are one of the most loved types of fruit for their sweet taste and versatility in recipes. It turns out, strawberry nutrition is good for you too. What are benefits of eating strawberries? Most of the health benefits associated with strawberry nutrition are due to the presence of anti-inflammatory antioxidants. Strawberries contain numerous anti-aging flavonoid antioxidants, including anthocyanin and catechin —…
If you experience acid reflux symptoms — such as chest pains, burning sensations that can pick up at night and disturb your sleep, and difficulty eating many foods — and want to find some relief, you must improve your acid reflux diet and make necessary lifestyle changes. These changes include rethinking how you sleep and…
Leaky gut syndrome is a condition that's thought to affect millions of people, many of whom don’t even know it. The good news is following a leaky gut diet can help overcome this condition. From the sound of it, you might think leaky gut syndrome only impacts digestive health, but in reality it can lead…
A lot of someone's health can be traced to the gut — specifically gut bacteria. In the 1670s, scientist Antony van Leeuwenhoek first discovered the complex world of bacteria. At the time, he defined it as "free-living and parasitic microscopic protists, sperm cells, blood cells, microscopic nematodes and rotifers," according to the University of California…
I get questions all the time asking, “How can I put on more muscle?” Inability to grow muscles may be related to lack of proper exercise and poor diet. Sufficient calories and protein are necessary to build muscle, and there are proven ways to eat to gain muscle. There are many different body types. Some…
When an irritant or something we have a sensitivity to touches our skin, an itchy, blistery rash can be the result. In fact, virtually everyone will develop contact dermatitis at some point during their lives. Generally, it resolves without medical intervention, but if it persists for a month — or reoccurs and you don’t know…
Alanine, also called L-alanine or alpha-alanine (α-alanine), is among the 11 "non-essential" amino acids that your body is capable of synthesizing on its own. What is L-alanine good for? It aids in many metabolic processes and provides energy for your muscles, brain and central nervous system. Some of the conditions this amino acid can help…
