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South Korea Expands Microbiome Research Guidelines to Include Fungi

South Korea Expands Microbiome Research Guidelines to Include Fungi

Microorganisms residing in the human body extend well beyond bacteria and viruses to encompass fungi, including molds and yeasts, across the skin,...
Constipation, Colon Cancer, and the Trap of Zero-Fiber Diets: Why 'Complete Protein' Is a Misleading Myth

Constipation, Colon Cancer, and the Trap of Zero-Fiber Diets: Why 'Complete Protein' Is a Misleading Myth

(Continued from installments 142 and 143) Animal protein is frequently described as a "complete protein" because it contains all essential amino...
Prunes Ease Constipation, but Concentrated Sugars and Calories Require Caution

Prunes Ease Constipation, but Concentrated Sugars and Calories Require Caution

When constipation causes uncomfortable bloating, many people turn to prunes before reaching for medication.
Same Arthritis Drug, Different Results: Why Treatment Nonresponse Is Not Your Fault

Same Arthritis Drug, Different Results: Why Treatment Nonresponse Is Not Your Fault

If two patients take the exact same medication, why does one recover while the other sees little to no improvement.
Faithful to Supplements, but Health Declines? Why Breakfast Produce Matters Most

Faithful to Supplements, but Health Declines? Why Breakfast Produce Matters Most

On rushed mornings, taking vitamins, omega-3s, probiotics, or protein powders has become a standard routine for many...
Skip the Expensive Longevity Pills: Why a Cup of Fresh Berries Outperforms Anti-Aging Supplements

Skip the Expensive Longevity Pills: Why a Cup of Fresh Berries Outperforms Anti-Aging Supplements

So-called “anti-aging supplements” are rapidly gaining market traction, fueled by bold marketing claims that they can...
Smart Snacking: Four Nutrient-Dense Options to Steady Blood Sugar and Prolong Satiety

Smart Snacking: Four Nutrient-Dense Options to Steady Blood Sugar and Prolong Satiety

Snacks are frequently vilified as the ultimate hurdle to effective blood sugar control.
Clue to Treating Fatty Liver May Reside in the Gut, Not the Liver, Study Suggests

Clue to Treating Fatty Liver May Reside in the Gut, Not the Liver, Study Suggests

Concern over liver health is steadily intensifying worldwide. Fatty liver disease occurs when lipid accumulation...
From Saliva to Gut: How Human Anatomy Differs from Dogs and Lions

From Saliva to Gut: How Human Anatomy Differs from Dogs and Lions

As discussed in last week’s column(*), the structure of the human mouth—including the jaw joint and teeth—more closely...
Beyond the Label: Why the Calories You Eat Aren’t the Calories You Absorb

Beyond the Label: Why the Calories You Eat Aren’t the Calories You Absorb

It is a common observation that eating processed foods like snacks or chocolate leads to more weight gain than whole...