How Hyperthyroidism Affects Your Body: A Simple Guide

How Hyperthyroidism Affects Your Body: A Simple Guide

Hyperthyroidism is an endocrine condition caused by an overactive thyroid. The thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone, primarily T3 and T4 which results in serious health conditions. Although hyperthyroidism is not as common as hypothyroidism, 1.5 in every 100 people around the world are living with this condition. Symptoms of Hyperthyroidism Triiodothyronine (T3) Triiodothyronine…

Triglycerides: The Unspoken Biomarker of True Health

Triglycerides: The Unspoken Biomarker of True Health

Triglycerides are often underestimated when it comes to their impact on health. Although they are essential for life, elevated triglyceride levels can be devastating to the body. They have the power to cause life-threatening damage to the heart, arteries, pancreas, and liver. Triglycerides are frequently overlooked or overshadowed by other health metrics. However, they are…

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The Astonishing Effects of Grounding On Chronic Inflammatory Conditions

Grounding has gained significant attention from researchers, with scientific studies strongly supporting its benefits. Research shows compelling evidence that daily grounding can positively impact chronic inflammatory health conditions. As interest in grounding grows, the market has expanded. New innovative indoor equipment allows people to stay grounded throughout the day. Many early adopters of this practice…

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How Hypothyroidism Affects Your Body: A Simple Guide

Hypothyroidism is an endocrine disorder where the thyroid gland does not produce enough Triiodothyronine (T3), Tetraiodothyronine (T4), also known as thyroxine or Calcitonin. These thyroid hormones control various bodily functions including but not limited to, metabolism, heart rate, muscle strength, cell regeneration, and mood. Nearly 5 in every 100 people over the age of 12…

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The Shower Debacle: How to Maintain Hygiene Without Overwashing

The great shower debacle. If you have spent any amount of time on social media you have probably come to realize that shower frequency is a highly disputed topic. Some cannot fathom going without their daily shower with many going as far as to take multiple showers per day. Others shower every couple of days,…

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Heart Disease: Revealing the Truth About Coffee and Blood Pressure

Coffee is the most popular drink in the world. It is estimated that 2.25 billion cups of coffee are drunk around the world every day1. 400 million cups are drunk in the United States alone. The world runs on caffeine. However, those with heart disease may be putting themselves at risk when they enjoy their…

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Sex Hormones: Uncovering the Truth About Low Testosterone In Women

The importance of testosterone, “the male sex hormone” is often overlooked in women. When physical and mental health issues arise, most women do not question whether it could be related to low testosterone. However, testosterone level plays as much of a role in women’s health as it does men’s. Testosterone Plays a Role in the…

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How to Harness the Power of Sleep for Optimal Well-Being

The hustle and bustle of life often results in a poor sleep routine. Staying up late and waking up early is a common habit that has far more consequences than many realize. Grinding through the day’s tasks on minimal sleep takes a toll on both mental and physical health. It’s important to understand the power…

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One Step At A Time: Walk Your Way To Better Health

One of the most underrated exercises is walking. The value of a simple walk is often dismissed because of the ease of effort and lack of strenuous exertion that walking demands. However, fitness experts, sports medicine professionals, scientists, and doctors all agree that it is more than possible to walk your way to better health….

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Run, Recover, Repeat: How To End Your Run The Right Way

The importance of post-workout recovery is well-known in the athletic community. Unfortunately, it is also well-known that many athletes skip this step after a hard workout in the gym or a long run. Dismissing the value of recovery damages athletic performance in the long term.1 In this article, we dive into the importance of recovery…