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How a single night of not sleeping affects your brain health
Sleep is such an important part of our lives. We spend about one-third of our lives doing it. In fact, if you look at the SELF Principle, sleep is one of the core components. In a US health survey...
Diet and Inflammation: What’s the link?
What's the link between diet and inflammation inside the body? We know that inflammation can cause all sorts of problems — everything from belly fat to heart disease, obesity, and cancer. It's also...
Can sleeping extra on weekends make up for sleep loss?
Can sleeping extra on weekends make up for your sleep last that you accrue during the week? What is really the impact of not getting enough sleep on your overall health? Are there any tips and...
The amazing benefits of chili peppers
Chili peppers have been shown to have lots of health benefits. What is the link between chili peppers and the risk of heart disease? What is the connection between chili peppers and stroke? How...
Vegan, healthy lifestyle, COVID-19 vaccine: Interview with Dr. Alex McDonald
Dr. Alex McDonald is a family medicine doctor with a specialization in sports medicine. He focuses on treating the whole person. He is a big believer in exercise, nutrition, and sleep. In this...
Top 6 kidney disease prevention diet and lifestyle tips
Kidney disease is a devastating illness that ranks in the top 10 non-communicable diseases contributing to death and disability. It affects 9.1 percent of the population worldwide. In 2017, 1.2...