Is it Really Fibromyalgia?
David M. Brady, ND, DC, CCN, DACBN, IFMCP, FACN Millions of individuals silently suffer from widespread pain and fatigue, but seem unable to receive either a clear diagnosis or an effective treatment plan. The reality is that the overlapping symptoms of fibromyalgia and other global pain and fatigue syndromes has led to widespread misdiagnosis and […]
Caffeine May Worsen Anxiety
Razi Berry Caffeine can boost energy, improve alertness and produce a general feeling of well-being – when used in moderation. Go past the sweet spot though, and that same elixir can cause insomnia, jitters and feelings of nervousness. Those who already struggle with anxiety may be particularly susceptible to its effects and should monitor their […]
Emphasizing Strength Training Over Weight Loss May Be Better for Health
Razi Berry Focusing on strengthening our muscles rather than losing fat may be a better way to protect ourselves from weight-related hazards like diabetes and cardiovascular disease, investigators say. Measuring muscle health rather than fat They hypothesize and have early evidence that poor skeletal muscle health is a primary way factors like an unhealthy diet, […]
How the Body’s Endocannabinoid System Influences Obesity
Razi Berry More than two-thirds of adults in the United States are overweight or obese. Eating foods containing high levels of fats and sugars — the “Western diet” — can lead to obesity and significantly reduce life expectancy. Standard American Diet (S.A.D.) can lead to obesity and reduce life expectancy Nicholas DiPatrizio, an assistant professor […]
060: Finding Your Grit: How To Persevere When It Gets Hard w/ Razi Berry
What is grit? When we think of the traits associated with grit we also thing of perseverance and determination and someone who won’t give up. While grit has many definitions, only you have the knowledge to answer for yourself whether you should give up or keep going.
Could Pesticide Exposure be Linked to Depression in Teens?
Razi Berry Adolescents exposed to elevated levels of pesticides are at an increased risk of depression, according to a new study led by Jose R. Suarez-Lopez, MD, PhD, assistant professor in the Department of Family Medicine and Public Health at University of California San Diego School of Medicine. The study was published online (ahead of […]
New Study on Telepathic Communication
Razi Berry Telepathic communication might be one step closer to reality thanks to new research from the University of Washington. A team created a method that allows three people to work together to solve a problem using only their minds. BrainNet In BrainNet, three people play a Tetris-like game using a brain-to-brain interface. This is […]
059: Healing from Multiple Sclerosis w/ Dr. Terry Wahls
Dr. Terry Wahls did what many doctors said was impossible, she healed herself from advance Multiple Sclerosis (MS). A clinical professor of medicine who preaches the importance of paleo principles and functional medicine, Dr. Wahls created The Wahls Protocol during her own health journey and has since become fully committed to sharing this information with others.
Can a little bit of exercise make you smarter?
Razi Berry Most people know that regular exercise is good for your health. New research shows it may make you smarter, too. Exercise is cheap and ubiquitous with smart results Neuroscientists at OHSU in Portland, Oregon, working with mice, have discovered that a short burst of exercise directly boosts the function of a gene that […]
Grit: Perseverance Through Hardships
Razi Berry It was my fifth miscarriage in a period of four years. I had experienced this pain before, the bleeding. But something hurt deeper than the physical pain as I was rushed to the hospital in the middle of the night for a D&C, where they would remove the remains of the baby that […]