Lycopene: The Unexpected Mood Booster

Having both excess body fat and low muscle mass and strength increased the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by more than 3.5 times, showing that muscle health is just as important as body weight for protecting your metabolism Your diabetes risk changes as your body composition ...  Show more

A nutritional supplement regimen is only helpful when it fits the way you actually live Health communication research suggests narrative messages can influence health intentions when people identify with the story being told. Identification matters because it turns a health messa ...  Show more

Fish oil supplements are often touted as good for your heart health, but a new study finds they may also help fight depression. Alessandra Borsini of King’s College London has been examining the impact of these omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids in the lab and has followed up wi ...  Show more

Did you know that the secret to mental clarity and gut health might be sitting right in your pantry? In this short episode, Gary Brecka explores the revolutionary science behind polyphenols – the powerful plant compounds that are transforming our understanding of the brain-gut co ...  Show more

The podcast discusses the benefits of resveratrol, a plant-based extract found in grapes, cacao, and peanuts. It is known for its antioxidant properties and has been shown to promote heart, liver, and brain health. Taking resveratrol daily can also help with blood sugar and in ...

Tocotrienols, the superior forms of Vitamin E, provide powerful benefits that include lowering cholesterol, reducing inflammation, improving fatty liver and type 2 diabetes, and promoting bone health. Research has also suggested that tocotrienols may help fight against Crohn's Di ...  Show more