One of my dogs, Luna, was injured this week and is in the hospital. Thankfully she is expected to make a full recovery. Her absence has been a reminder of how important she is to our family. But her absence has also reminded me how important she is to our health and well-being. She puts a smile on my face, calms me, and makes me happier. Let's look at the science behind how dogs can help us be happier, healthier, and live longer.
Read MoreWe always hear that we must eat fiber to be healthy, but I have had none and am healthy. I even have the lab test results to prove it. Fiber gets fermented into beneficial short-chain fatty acids, but other food sources can be fermented into them as well. One of them is called propionate, and it helps us burn fat. There is a simple and safe supplement that promotes the formation of propionate. Read on for more information.
Read MoreOne of my central warnings on this site is we must avoid eating processed carbohydrates to stave off disease and optimize our health. I have written about it so much that I believed everyone who reads my posts understands what they are. Recently, I have spoken to people who think processed carbs are donuts and cake, not bagels and sandwiches. This post is dedicated to them and all who need a reminder about what processed carbohydrates are, and why they should be avoided. If you don't want to read the whole thing, skip to the end, where I tell you how to identify them and list the most common sources of processed carbs.
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