The two major forms of calcium are calcium carbonate and calcium citrate. Calcium supplements are intended to be consumed with a meal, and when taken as directed, the two forms of calcium are absorbed at roughly the same rate. However,…
Beer as a Post-Workout Recovery Aid?
Drinking beer as a post-workout recovery aid seems to contrast every popular post-workout practice. Beer’s carbohydrate content in synonymous with the “beer belly” effect, which, for some, is the primary motivation for hitting the gym. The alcohol would serve to…
Are Vitamins After Exercise Counterproductive?
Supplements, as concentrated sources of nutrients, are generally regarded as an inexpensive health insurance policy — and are thought to enhance health. Recent research, however, indicates that timing your supplements correctly may be the difference between health-enhancing and deleterious results.…
Can Omega-3 Fatty Acids Curb Nicotine Addiction?
Omega-3 fatty acids are known to benefit many parts of the body, including the eyes, brain, heart, and joints. It can be acquired by eating fish, omega-3 supplements, certain vegetables, grains, and nuts. While there have been many studies of…
5 New Year’s Resolutions that We Love to Make
The beginning of every year ushers in a fresh start and inspires the idea of improvement. “I’m going to lose 10 pounds.” “I’m going to save more money.” We believe that we will accomplish every goal set on New Year’s…
Probiotic Efficacy: What Works Best?
Probiotic efficacy depends on a variety of factors. Are supplements better than, for example, fermented beverages (e.g. kefir) or foods (e.g. yogurt, sauerkraut)? How many colony forming units (CFUs) should you take? And of which species and strain? In this…
Can You Overdose on Probiotics?
Updated: March 31, 2017 Intentionally eating bacteria may not seem like the most health-conscious choice, but probiotics—the “good” bacteria—have been shown to have a variety of beneficial effects, including alleviating gastrointestinal distress (primarily diarrhea and, to a lesser extent, inflammatory…
The Health Benefits of Probiotics: an Overview
The notion of consuming bacteria to treat or cure disease may, at first thought, seem counter-intuitive. After all, weren’t we always taught to wash our hands before we sat down for a meal or disinfect a cut–all to cut the…
Explaining Cannabis’ Effect: From Head To Toe
Updated: November 2, 2016 4 states and the District of Columbia have legalized marijuana for recreational use. With 20 other US states now allowing for some amount of cannabis possession for medical purposes, the rescheduling of cannabis is quickly spreading…
Melamine: An In-Depth Look at the Toxic Chemical in Our Kitchen
Introduction Many people will recognize melamine as an essential component of unbreakable, colorfully-designed, and inexpensive dishware. These qualities make melamine-based kitchenware popular among those who wanted affordable, yet stylish dishes and among parents to young children, for whom dropped dishes…