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Weekly Health Quiz: Linoleic Acid, Ultraviolet Blood Irradiation (UVBI), and Better Sleep Habits

1 How can you speed up the process of clearing linoleic acid from your body to improve your skin health? Increase your intake of omega-3 supplements to counteract LA’s effects over several months Supplement with 2 grams of pentadecanoic ac

How Your Diet Shapes the Way Your Skin Ages

Which foods should you choose to keep your linoleic acid intake low and support your health? Beef and lamb cooked in ghee or grass fed butter Beef and lamb are low in linoleic acid, and stable animal fats like ghee or grass fed butter are

The Power of Light, Mitochondria, and Circadian Rhythms

Editor's Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published March 02, 2025. In my interview with Alexis Cowan, Ph.D., a molecular biologist from Princeton, we explored some cutting-edge ideas that can dramatically impact your heal

How Postural Restoration Can Help Restore Your Health

Editor's Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published January 28, 2024. The interview features Aleena Kanner, one of the leading postural experts in the U.S. She's a certified Postural Restoration Institute (PRI) practitione

Omega-6 Linoleic Acid in Our Food System

What’s one effective way to protect your skin before swimming in a chlorinated pool? Apply a chemical sunscreen to block chlorine absorption completely Skip any skincare routine to let your skin adapt naturally to the pool water Use a barr

mRNA covid vaccination during early pregnancy is linked to a significantly higher number of foetal losses, a new study finds

A new preprint investigated the association between mRNA covid injections (almost all Pfizer) and foetal loss rates in early pregnancy in Israel. The study found that covid vaccination during gestational weeks 8-13 is associated with highe

The Long-Term Impact of Chlorine Exposure

How does ultraviolet blood irradiation (UVBI) contribute to your cardiovascular health? It strengthens your heart muscle, improving its pumping efficiency for better blood flow It reduces cholesterol levels in your blood, preventing plaque

Napping Behaviors Predict Mortality Risk in Middle- to Older-Aged Adults

Most people think of a daytime nap as a harmless indulgence or even a smart way to boost energy. But what if the timing and length of those naps were quietly revealing something much more serious? A growing body of research is challenging l

How Bringing UV Light Into the Blood Treats Everything from Infections to Heart Disease

Why is vitamin D important for your colon health? It helps your body absorb more sugar, which fuels healthy gut bacteria It slows cancer cell growth, supports gut health, and reduces inflammation Vitamin D helps slow cancer cell growth, su

Vitamin D Helps Lower Your Risk of Colorectal Cancer

Why should you think twice before enjoying melt-resistant ice cream on a hot summer day? It contains high-fructose corn syrup, which can disrupt your liver’s ability to process sugars, leading to fat accumulation and energy fluctuations ov

Rates of sickness in New Zealand have gone up by 17-30% since 2019

In some New Zealand public sectors, rates of sickness have tripled among working-age people since 2019. Additionally, a health and medical insurance company, which covers 20% of the population, reported an increase of 17% in claims for sick

Magnolia Essential Oil Fights Bacteria and Oxidative Stress

For centuries, magnolia flower buds have been used in traditional Chinese medicine to ease headaches, relieve sinus congestion and resolve early symptoms of colds and respiratory infections. But today, that same plant is getting attention f

This Ingredient in Ice Cream Keeps It from Melting but Harms Your Gut (and Overall) Health

Summer's here, and suddenly ice cream is everywhere — picnics, barbecues and beach. It's marketed as the ultimate feel-good treat, but what if that creamy cone is doing real harm to your gut? According to a recent report, ice cream that's m

Summer Detox Herbs

Summer’s heat can leave our lymphatic system feeling sluggish and overwhelmed. While our bodies work overtime to stay cool and process increased environmental toxins, our lymph system (a vital network of vessels and nodes responsible for cl

Multidimensional Sleep Health Parameters Linked to Cardiometabolic Outcomes

Why does linoleic acid (LA) in your skin pose a challenge for enjoying time in the sun? It reduces your skin’s natural moisture, making it prone to cracking under sunlight It increases the production of melanin, leading to uneven tanning a