You’ve probably heard about personality measures that determine if an individual is right- or left-brained. Do you know which side of your brain is more dominant? Are You Right- or Left-Brained? The human body is mostly symmetrical – it has a right and left side that closely resemble each
Did you know that breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in the world? Earlier this year, the World Health Organization reported for the first time that breast cancer had overtaken lung cancer as the world’s most commonly diagnosed cancer. In the U.S., the Centers for Disease C
Did you know there are many ways to enjoy a Halloween pumpkin before and after carving it into a festive jack-o’-lantern? Better yet, if you adopt some of the ideas below, you won’t need to throw your pumpkin away, which provides the added bonus of helping the environment (more than 1 bil
As we continue to make headway against the global pandemic, many have seen the loosening of restrictions and the gradual return to “normal” life. This has produced a wide array of reactions and emotions, ranging from excitement to worry. Those in the latter camp may be struggling with how
How well do you know your brain? As the executive control center of the entire body – and the supervisor of every thought, mood, memory, and action – your brain makes you who you are. Brain Basics Even though your brain makes up only about 2 percent of your body’s weight (about three po
Dr. Parris M. Kidd, our Chief Science Officer and Director of Quality, has a PhD in cellular and developmental biology from the University of California at Berkeley and 38 years of expertise in dietary supplements and integrative medicine. Today, we’re picking his brain on probiotics, getti
At some point in life, we all get dealt an emotional blow. Maybe it’s a job loss or health crisis, a breakup or divorce, the loss of a loved one, or a major disappointment. When emotional pain strikes, it’s vital to our well-being to take a step back and allow room for emotional healing.
What kind of toothpaste do you use? Too personal? Okay, does your toothpaste have fluoride in it? A debate has been waged for decades over the ostensible benefits of fluoride. Some feel it’s healthy for human consumption and others strongly disagree. So, which side is right? Before you scru
Did you know the human body is a complex biological ecosystem? It provides shelter and food for “friendly” bacteria, which return these favors by supporting our healthy functioning in different ways. The intestinal bacterial population, or gut microbiome, contains trillions of bacterial c