One epidemic that most folks in the U.S. are probably unaware of is zinc deficiency. A significant problem for most countries in the world, the World Health Organization (WHO) reports that the global prevalence of zinc deficiency is 31 percent. Living in our American bubble of fortified foods and multivitamin supplements at virtually every supermarket…
Caprylic acid is a type of beneficial saturated fatty acid that has antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties. It’s been linked to prevention of urinary tract infections, bladder infections, Candida, sexually transmitted diseases, oral infections like gingivitis and many other conditions. What does caprylic acid do for the body? As one of the main fatty…
Since its debut in 2017, the Plant Paradox diet has received plenty of attention — both good and bad — from dieters and nutrition experts alike. Even celebrities have joined in on the buzz; in fact, Kelly Clarkson attributed her massive weight loss to this controversial diet plan after dropping 37 pounds in a year.…
With bone broth bars opening up around the globe and supplements in powder, liquid and capsule form flying off the shelves, it’s no wonder that bone broth has secured its slot as one of the hottest superfoods in history. In fact, take a look at the multitude of bone broth healing testimonials out there, and…
Lyme disease is a complicated infection that is caused by bacteria that's transmitted from a tick or insect bite. The majority of cases of Lyme are due to a bite from a type of deer tick known as the black-legged tick, which can carry and pass on bacteria known as borrelia burgdorferi. According to the Michigan…
In the U.S., it's estimated that fatty liver disease affects 20 to 40 percent of the population. The scary and surprising fact is that this type of liver disease often doesn't cause any obvious fatty liver disease symptoms. Many people don't even realize their livers are fatty until they have testing (such as a CT scan…
If you’ve ever cooked with beef before, it’s likely you have a bottle of Worcestershire sauce hanging around in the pantry somewhere. In fact, the condiment has quite a few uses that you might not have considered before. But while the sauce can add a lot of flavor to dishes, I steer clear of using…
Bone broth is a power-packed ingredient that is often touted for its multitude of health benefits. In fact, research suggests that bone broth and its components may help improve skin elasticity, support gut health, reduce joint pain and more. And although traditional bone broth requires hours upon hours of preparation, adding one of the best…
Believe it or not, what you put on your plate is only one component to consider when it comes to the health of your diet. In fact, if you don't get a good mix of the best digestive enzymes to support the digestion and absorption of the nutrients in your meals, it doesn't make much…
Let's start with the basics: What is MCT oil? And why is MCT oil good for the keto diet? The "MCT" in MCT oil stands for medium-chain triglycerides, a form of saturated fatty acid that is found in certain foods like coconut/coconut oil. MCT oil is a concentrated source of these fats since it provides…
