What the Coffee?
When caffeine wears off, there is a sudden drop in energy levels as more receptors become available to the adenosine accumulated
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Cooking Effects on Food
Cooking can increase the bioavailability of lycopene in tomatoes and beta-carotene in carrots
The Logic of Fasting: Insulin
Fasting may be associated with a reduced risk of age-related diseases and a longer lifespan
Carginogens: Dribbling between Benign & Malignancy
Aflatoxin is metabolized by CYP3A4 into a more genotoxic metabolite
Amygdala Stories: Fear, Panic Attacks & Anxiety
Cannabis use, coffee consumption, and social isolation, can also contribute to anxiety
Harmonious Connection: Sound & Healthspan
Humming activates the vagus nerve, which is associated with relaxation and reduced stress
Circadian: The Rhythm
The PER3 gene has been linked to a higher risk of delayed sleep phase disorder
Hormesis – The Concept
Hypoxic or hyperoxic training, that is varying the amount of oxygen breathed in under various levels of physical activity, triggers various levels of metabolic adaptations
Beyond BMI: Insulin Resistance
The HOMA test uses measurements of fasting insulin and blood sugar levels to estimate insulin resistance
Sleep Management: From Dreams to Insomnia
Deep sleep (stages 3 and 4) is especially important for tissue recovery and growth