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The Unholy Link: How Big Food Fuels Big Pharma

By Doc February 1, 2025Diet

The food industry, driven by profit, often promotes unhealthy eating. This leads to a rise in chronic diseases like obesity, heart disease, and diabetes. Ironically, these diseases create a lucrative…

Think you know what a berry is? You might be surprised!

By Doc January 8, 2025Diet

What is a Berry? Ah, berries! Those sweet, juicy, bite-sized powerhouses of flavor and nutrition. They're the stars of our summer picnics, the crown jewels of our fruit salads, and…

Decoding Centenarians’ Secrets: Unveiling Health Lessons from the Longest Lived Among Us

By Doc December 15, 2024Diet, Exercise, Fitness, Longevity, Physical Activity

Who are the centenarians? Are there places in the world, where more of them live? Can we learn about why these people live so long? Can applying this knowledge help…

Whole Foods vs. Processed Foods: Why Going Natural is the Key to Better Health

By Doc October 31, 2024Diet

Photo by Adonyi Gábor Today, convenience reigns supreme and it's easy to reach for pre-packaged snacks or heat-and-eat meals. Processed foods are everywhere, filling grocery store shelves and dominating fast…

Unmasking the Stealthy Killer: How Modern Conveniences are Sabotaging Our Physical Health

By Doc September 16, 2024Exercise, Physical Activity

Photo by Vlada Karpovich from Pexels Modern conveniences are everywhere! From smartphones to home automation systems, these innovations have undoubtedly made our lives easier and more efficient. However, it’s easy…

The Benefits of a Vegetarian-Leaning Diet

By Doc September 15, 2024Diet

Photo by Yaroslav Shuraev The popularity of vegetarianism and plant-based eating continues to surge. While not everyone is ready to commit fully to a vegetarian lifestyle, a diet that leans…

Vegan, Vegetarian and Plant-based diets: What are the differences?

By Doc September 15, 2024Diet

Photo by Vanessa Loring Here’s a breakdown of the distinctions among vegan, vegetarian, and plant-based diets, presented both in a summary and a table format: 1. Vegan Diet What it…

The Hidden Truth: How Highly Processed Foods Deplete Essential Nutrients!

By Doc September 4, 2024Diet

Welcome, dear reader. This is an exploration into the world that lies behind the sheen of packaging, the realm of highly processed foods. You may not realize it, but these…

Beyond Medications: The Best Way to Lower Blood Pressure with Lifestyle Changes and Supplements

By Doc September 4, 2024Diet, Fitness, High Blood Pressure, Supplements

Image Source: Pexels‍ High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is often referred to as the "silent killer" because it typically has no symptoms until it has done significant damage…

Why spry? Because it makes life better!

By Doc September 4, 2024Spry

Photo by Elina Fairytale If you're young it's not so impressive to be spry. It comes with the territory. As you get older, it's really good to be spry. How…