Red Light Therapy
Flashing red light in the eyes early in the day for 2-3 minutes can offset some of the degeneration by improving mitochondrial function in the photo receptors
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Mihai
Passionate about nutrition to the most detailed biochemical level. Ready to unlock the nutrigenomic misteries of gene to enzyme to function regarding the healing and adverse effects various foods may have on various individuals
(Almost) All About Amphetamine
A slower metabolism of amphetamines can lead to a higher risk of toxic effects from the drug
Heat Shock Proteins
HSPs have been demonstrated to defend against a variety of diseases, including cancer, neurological disorders, and cardiovascular disease
Organ Pathologies: Pancreas, Liver, Kidney & Gallbladder
The PNPLA3 gene plays a role in the metabolism of fats and has been associated with an increased risk of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease
Obesity & Obesogens
Environmental obesogens are chemicals that can disrupt the normal development and function of the endocrine system
Earthbound: from Magnesium to Zinc
The bioavailability of molybdenum is lower in the presence of high levels of copper or sulfur
Stress Chronicles: Cortisol
Cortisol levels tend to be highest in the morning and lowest at night, following a natural circadian rhythm
Collagen: Skin, Bones and Connective Tissue
Weight-bearing and resistance exercises can support collagen synthesis and maintain healthy connective tissue
Mitochondria: from Energy to Brown Fat
Amino acids yield lower amounts of ATP than glucose as they enter the energy production cycle later in the process
Nitrogen to Ammonia to Urea: Toxic Alert
Eating a low protein diet can help to reduce the amount of excess nitrogen in the body and minimize the burden on the urea cycle