If you’re not familiar with the idea of health span, it differs from life span in that it refers not to how long you live, but rather the amount of time you are operating as an active, healthy person experiencing physical, emotional and cognitive well-being. The art...
In Neuroinflammation−Defined, you discovered that neuroinflammation refers to a specific kind of inflammation within the central nervous system (CNS), which includes the brain and spinal cord. We also learned that prolonged neuroinflammation can lead to tissue damage,...
Brain Awareness Week, March 16-22, offers an opportunity to look at all the lifestyle factors that support healthy cognition, as well as those may be harmful. Although we can’t fully control the way our brain ages, dementia and other cognition problems are by no means...
You have probably heard countless health claims about the keto diet in recent years, begging the question, does incorrect information become true with enough repetition? It would appear so, given the popularity of this scientifically dubious approach. What could be...
Phytoestrogens are natural compounds derived from plant foods such as soy, flaxseed, nuts, and legumes. These include isoflavones, lignans, and coumestans, among others, which are structured similarly to human estrogen. This allows them to bind to estrogen receptors...
An autoimmune disorder is a condition in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own healthy cells, tissues, and organs, causing chronic inflammation and damage. Autoimmune disorders can target specific organs or the whole body, often leading to...
