Are you looking for ways to brighten your mood? If so, are you getting enough of the “Happiness Chemical” every day? What’s the Happiness Chemical? The human brain produces a soothing neurotransmitter called serotonin, mostly from the amino acid tryptophan that’s derived from dietary protein
When the world stops, and your health, finances, and relationships are suddenly at risk, the stress can feel like it’s too much to handle. What can you do to keep negativity, sadness, anxiousness, and stress under control? Here are 6 strategies on how to be less stressed and feel happier. H
In The Omni Diet, I created a nutrition plan that combines the ideal 70-to-30 ratio of plant foods and protein, in order to boost energy, restore health, lose weight, optimize brain and hormone function, and protect against chronic and deadly diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. This b
No matter what your current health status is, you can begin to live a healthier lifestyle right this moment. Here’s how to get started. Essential Lifestyle Habits An abundance of research has shown that there are basic tenets of healthy living that determine wellness and longevity. Among the most
Are you routinely reaching for white bread, rice, pasta, and potatoes? Think of them as addictive drugs and just say no. Though these foods are staples for many Americans, they’re far from harmless. According to one study that tracked the diets of nearly 44,000 U.S. adults over 17 years, researche
According to the National Institutes of Mental Health, over 50% of the U.S. population will suffer from a mental health issue at some point in their lives. Since people don’t want to be seen as different, foolish, or abnormal, fewer than half of those who suffer from mental health problems ever se
Do you think health should be focused more on addressing root causes and healing than treating disease and symptoms with medication? Are you someone who takes a proactive role in your mental, physical, and spiritual well-being? Do you want to find a health practitioner who incorporates Western medic
Do you often find yourself overwhelmed, with too much to do in the day and not enough time to do it? Would others describe you as selfless? Are you perplexed about how to enforce those mysterious things called healthy boundaries? Are you the first person your co-workers and friends call when they ne
Top 5 Reasons to Add Betaine Supplements to Your Daily Regimen
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Nicole Avena
Have you ever heard of betaine? If not, here’s what you need to know about this unique nutrient. What Is Betaine? Betaine, or trimethylglycine (TMG), is a substance made in the body. TMG can be found in foods too, such as beetroot. It also can be found in certain supplements. Betaine has several p
My first nutrition teacher – the late, great Robert Crayhon – was once asked what single action he would take if he had a magic wand and could instantly change one single thing about the American diet. “That’s simple,” he said. “I’d give every woman of childbearing age omega-3 suppleme