Tag: Health
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Postbiotic Metabolites
The human gut microbiome is a bustling ecosystem of trillions of microorganisms. It has become a focal point in modern health science. You likely have heard discussion of probiotics and maybe even prebiotics, but have you heard about postbiotic metabolites? They are the latest and maybe most intriguing components of the gut microbiome currently being…
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Maintaining Eye Health
I have suffered from pretty severe myopia for most of my life. Long ago, I just accepted that my eyes would likely keep getting worse. Surprisingly, my prescription has remained unchanged for the last decade! Even though every year, my eye doctor tells me, “this is probably the year you’ll need reading glasses”, so far,…
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Understanding Systemic Inflammation and How to Keep It in Check
Systemic inflammation is one of those medical terms that gets thrown around a lot, but unless you’re dealing with an autoimmune condition or chronic illness, you might not think much about it. Here’s the thing, though: it’s not just a problem for people with specific diagnoses. It’s an underlying factor in a wide range of…
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Siphox Health Review
If you’ve been following along for a bit, you might remember that January is one of the months that I always do bloodwork to track the impact of the various health related experiments I do over the year. This month, in addition to my normal work done by InsideTracker, I also tested out a new…
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Improving Indoor Air Quality
Improving Indoor Air Quality: A Step-by-Step Guide Winter is coming! I’ve been insulating and sealing everything in my home as a way to reduce heating/cooling costs. Due to this, less fresh air is now actively being pulled into my house. Because of this, I’ve been thinking a lot more about making sure the air inside…
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Supporting a Loved One with Chronic Illness
Photo via Freepik Supporting a loved one with a chronic health condition is a journey that demands both compassion and ingenuity. Supporting a chronic illness is not just about providing care but also about fostering an environment where the sufferer feels empowered and understood. This involves finding creative ways to offer support that respects their…
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Training the Inspiratory Muscles: A Review of the O2Trainer
In the realm of fitness and wellness, training your respiratory muscles has gained significant attention in recent years. These muscles, comprising the diaphragm and accessory muscles, play a vital function in facilitating efficient breathing. A few months ago, I started using the O2Trainer to enhance my breathing capabilities and overall performance. In this blog post,…
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Stay Cool Under Pressure With These Stress-Busting Tips
Photo via Pexels For many people, stress has become a familiar but unwelcome companion in recent months. While some stress is inevitable, excessive stress can impair your health, happiness, and overall quality of life. Understanding and managing these stressors effectively is crucial. This guide, courtesy of Transmutable Explorations, provides practical strategies to help you…
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Cold Water Immersion
Embrace the Chill: Unleashing the Joys of Cold Water Immersion In the realm of personal wellness, few practices have gained as much attention and popularity as cold water immersion. This technique is accessible to everyone. It has been embraced by athletes, mental health advocates, and everyday individuals looking to supercharge their physical and mental well-being. …
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Tracking Health and Performance Metrics
I remember reading about the Quantified Self movement in the early 2000s. Even though this was something that people were experimenting with for years, I felt that it was a revolutionary approach to understanding and improving our health and well-being. In the early days, it was difficult to collect and analyze all of the data…