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December 1, 2025

7 Brain Supplements for Menopause and The Science Behind Them

Many women in peri- and post-menopause experience cognitive changes like forgetfulness, poor focus, and “brain fog.” This is partly due to declining estrogen, which can reduce the brain’s ability to use glucose—its primary fuel. Numerous supplements claim to support cognitive function and help lower the risk of Alzheimer’s and dementia.

July 23, 2025

10 Natural Ways to Increase GLP-1 Hormone for Blood Sugar Balance and Weight Loss

By helping to increase satiety, slow down digestion and stabilize glucose levels, GLP-1 is an important hormone for those with diabetes, obesity or any other metabolic issues. For this reason, medications that mimic GLP-1 have quickly become the most popular drugs on the market today.

June 4, 2025

What Does the Mitochondria Do? 10 Ways to Boost Mitochondrial Health for Energy, Brain Health and Vitality

The power goes out in your home, but instead of calling your electricity provider, you call an electrician to find out why your lights are off. All of these specialists would think you are crazy, of course. Now, imagine this occurring in your body...

April 10, 2025

Is Histamine Intolerance Real? Discover Causes, Supplements and More

If you have a histamine intolerance, chances are it is being caused by multiple factors, including diet, alcohol consumption, genetics, gut health, stress and environmental toxins. Therefore, reducing histamine levels may require a multi-pronged approach.