The Logic of Fasting: Insulin
Fasting may be associated with a reduced risk of age-related diseases and a longer lifespan
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What the Pomegranate?
Individuals with metabotype B may be at a higher risk of CVD compared to those with metabotype A
(Almost) All About Amphetamine
A slower metabolism of amphetamines can lead to a higher risk of toxic effects from the drug
Kombucha for Gut Health
Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) are molecules found on the outer surface of some bacterial cell walls, and they can trigger immune responses when they leak into the bloodstream
What Smoking, Blood Pressure and Cholesterol have in common
Macrophages engulf the LDL cholesterol, forming foam cells. Over time, these foam cells can accumulate and form a plaque
Cardio 101: Blood Pressure
High blood pressure, alongside smoking and abnormal blood lipid levels are the 3 major risk factors for cardiovascular disease
PON: Cholesterol Meets Detox
Pomegranate polyphenols can enhance PON2 expression, whereas consuming yerba mate can enhance all PON enzymes’ activity
YES to NO – bloody love
Nitric oxide is made in the body from the amino acid L-arginine by the NOS (Nitric Oxide Synthase) enzyme that exists in three different isoforms.