Archive for September 2023
Scientific Background and Glossary On Genetics and Nutrigenomics
Your genome is made of 46 pieces of DNA, each packaged into a chromosome. Each chromosome is like a long scroll of recipes encoded with 4 letters or base pairs,…
Read MoreCarbohydrate (Glucose) Tolerance: Definition, Signs, and Lab Test
Carbohydrates have become a controversy lately in the nutrition world. You may have seen phrases like “insulin resistance” or “low carb diet”, or people wearing little continuous glucose monitoring devices on their arms to track their blood sugar. But why all the fuss over something as common as carbs?
Read MoreCarbohydrate and Glucose Intolerance Causes – Genetics, Lifestyle Factors, and More
In the previous article, we defined terms like carbohydrate and glucose tolerances. In this article, we explore other factors that can affect how well your body handles carbs, how genes and lifestyle factors can play a role, and more.
Read MoreBest Magnesium for Bodybuilding
The importance of magnesium is often overlooked among bodybuilders and the general public seeking to gain muscles. This essential mineral plays a crucial role in muscle function and energy metabolism, yet intense workouts can quickly deplete our body’s magnesium stores.
Read MoreSurprising Causes of High Cholesterol, Genetics, Lifestyle, Nutrients, and More
When it comes to heart health and blood tests, not a day goes by without mention of high cholesterol. For decades, cholesterol has been labeled one of the most prominent risk factors for heart disease risk.
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