Posted on: August 5, 2024 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

The effects of probiotics on cholesterol levels

Probiotics are live microorganisms, often referred to as “good” or “friendly” bacteria, that provide numerous health benefits when consumed regularly. They are primarily known for their role in promoting a healthy gut microbiome, which is essential for overall well-being. The gut microbiome consists of trillions of microorganisms that play a crucial role in digestion, immune function, and even mental health. Probiotics should not be confused with prebiotics which are typically complex…

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Posted on: August 3, 2024 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Orange peel extract: Natual heart disease prevention

Next time you eat an orange, think about this: Nearly 95 percent of Florida oranges are used for juice, and about half the peels from those oranges go to waste. Imagine if instead they could be used to save lives. As we speak, scientists are looking at how this wasted resource could help save people from the #1 killer in the United States. Peak Organic Femented Beets™ It…

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Posted on: August 3, 2024 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

These 5 changes could eliminate half of all cancers

It’s no secret that the things we do, or don’t do, every day play a role in determining how healthy we are. And this is especially true when it comes to cancer. In fact, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS), up to 50 percent of all cancer cases in the United States could be completely eliminated simply by making simple lifestyle changes. Here are the five changes they say…

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Posted on: August 2, 2024 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

3 flavonoids take down blood sugar and pressure

For optimal health, it’s recommended you get four to five servings of vegetables and four to five servings of fruit every day. If that sounds like a lot to you, you’re not alone. Most Americans are only eating one serving or less of fruits and vegetables every day. These poor dietary habits are part of the reason the rate of type 2 diabetes is skyrocketing. An estimated 11.6 percent of…

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Posted on: August 2, 2024 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Fight fatty liver from your kitchen pantry

We all know that eating greasy, high-fat foods, like double bacon burgers with fries and a milkshake, isn’t good for us and can lead to health problems, like fatty liver disease. Yet, for many of us, the idea of cutting these foods out of our diets completely and eating healthy seven days a week is just too big of a challenge to tackle. But, what if you could enjoy them…

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Posted on: August 2, 2024 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Stopping ‘recurring loop of infection’ can end recurring UTIs

Want to make a woman cringe? Just mention three little words: urinary tract infection. Men get them, too. But a whopping sixty percent of women will experience the discomfort and pain of a UTI at some point in their life. And if you’re one of the really unfortunate women out there, UTIs can become a chronic problem. You go from one infection to the next, and if things get bad…

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Posted on: August 2, 2024 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Brain aneurysm linked with 7 GI conditions

You’ve probably already heard of the ‘gut-brain axis’. It’s the biochemical signaling pathway between the gastrointestinal tract and your central nervous system, which has already been associated with bowel disease and dementia, as well as GERD and chronic headaches. It’s also why a good night’s sleep starts in your gut. And there’s one more important thing to know about this axis… It could be the reason that a seemingly unrelated…

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Posted on: August 1, 2024 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

What to Know about Margarita Burn

If you’re hitting the pool or the beach this summer, you may want to think twice before you reach for a citrusy cocktail. That’s because according to leading dermatologists, relaxing in the sun while sipping margarita could lead to an unexpected skin risk. Known as phytophotodermatitis, or more commonly, “margarita burn,” this condition is not only similar to poison ivy but it can go so far as to leave your…

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Posted on: July 31, 2024 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Explained: How a high-fat diet fuels anxiety

I admit, I’ve been pretty confused about all the advice out there about high-fat diets. On one hand, low-carb, high-fat diets like paleo, keto and carnivore have been linked with weight loss and improved inflammation, cholesterol, blood sugar and insulin levels — not to mention a 20 percent reduction in glaucoma risk. On the other, there is a proven link between a high-fat diet and several serious health threats. Diets high in fat,…

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Posted on: July 31, 2024 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

The changes that happen when you eat less red and processed meat

Over the years, we’ve shared the many reasons to cut down on meat — specifically red and processed meats… Studies show that even a small amount of red meat in your diet increases your odds of getting heart disease or cancer. And research ties eating red meat to premature aging and a higher risk for diverticulitis. Of course, there’s that 30-year study that named the two worst ultraprocessed foods for…

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