Multitasking is a myth, at least that is what a lot of research has said. Even the local Medical University here in Winston-Salem (Wake Forest) has said as much. However, a new study from Georgetown University suggests the brain may...
Nicotine is powerful. It’s why I wrote about it, and I know there’s been an uptick in interest in smokeless options over the past few years.So why am I writing about it, if nicotine is “bad?”Well, for one, nicotine isn’t...
Most parents know ultra-processed foods aren’t great, for all kinds of reasons. They may think about weight, cavities, blood sugar, or picky eating. But many parents do not really know how these foods may connect to mood, behavior, and emotional...
If you haven’t heard this before, it’s worth taking a moment to discuss why supplements are regulated differently from prescription drugs and how that impacts the products available to you. The truth is, while many supplements are absolutely capable of...
Most people know eating too much sugar isn’t good for metabolic health. Not many people would consider that controversial. High-sugar diets can make it harder to regulate blood sugar, support a healthy weight, protect the liver, and maintain steady energy....
In the past 10 years, it’s likely that glyphosate has been one of the most polarizing products in the world today.This pesticide is used all across the nation to help increase crop yields and has arguably changed the face of...
Most people have heard that the gut and brain are connected.That’s called the gut-brain axis. They may know stress can upset the stomach. Or that certain foods can affect mood, energy, and sleep. But many people do not really understand...
You probably don’t think much about your nails, unless there’s fungus growing on them.And even then, some people just dismiss this as somewhat normal.Yikes!The truth is, nails can change a lot. They may get brittle…or split. They may develop ridges,...
Most people know stress can make it harder to think clearly.Duh. You forget why you walked into a room. You miss an obvious turn. You stare at the directions and still feel turned around. Now here’s why that might happen.A...
