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One of the biggest questions we still need to answer about COVID-19 is whether we develop any sort of immunity to it once we’ve had it. So far, research and anecdotal evidence related to this question has been all over the board. Some research seems to show that we develop temporary immunity to it like we would with a cold. But on the other hand, some anecdotal evidence shows that…
This summer, I’ve “invented” a new twist on the classic BLT sandwich. I call it the bacon, avocado and tomato sandwich. Instead of lettuce that soon gets soggy, I use avocado slices. They are full of vitamins and minerals, healthy fat and fiber. They’re good for my bones, my eyesight and my heart. The bacon, though, was a challenge… Even though I buy bacon that’s low in sodium and free…
Losing weight can feel like fighting a losing battle. You either have to eat far less than you would like, skip all the foods you love or spend more and more of your limited time exercising to burn off excess calories. For many of us, these challenges too often mean that we give up before the weight even starts coming off, leaving us to live with more fat than we’re…
Whole grains are healthy. No ifs, ands or buts about it… They contain lots of fiber that feeds the healthy bacteria in your gut and helps your body metabolize sugar in a more balanced way so you don’t have blood sugar spikes. They’re filled with phytochemicals and essential minerals like magnesium, selenium and copper, which offer protection from chronic diseases, including some cancers. And they’re loaded with vitamin E, B…
It seems like strokes strike out of nowhere. One moment you feel normal and healthy… and then you’re hit with a severe headache, numbness and an inability to speak. How in the world could you ever see something like that coming? But despite how sudden strokes seem, there are often clues that show a stroke could be on the horizon years before it happens. If you pay attention to these…
When you’re smiling, the whole world smiles with you… Celebrities from Louis Armstrong and Frank Sinatra to Michael Bublé and Katy Perry have produced hits praising the power of a smile to lift your spirits, make you feel better and make the world a better place. But is there actually any real, scientific proof to the premise behind these songs, or is it all just blind hope and smoke and…
Artificial light has become the main source of light exposure for a huge portion of the world, especially in developed countries like the U.S. And the spectrum of light that’s now taking center stage in our lighting choices, electronics and more is blue light. Sadly, the negative impact that blue light has on our health has been slowly coming to light… You see, blue light is high-energy visible light (HEV)…
I’ve always been fascinated by the gut-brain axis. In the early years of Peak Pure & Natural®, I developed a product that supported both the gut and the brain. I was really excited about it, but it turned out to be a disaster. Not because it didn’t work, it did. In fact, it had cutting-edge ingredients all combined to support brain health while also supporting gut health… absolute genius (or…
In case you haven’t heard, microplastics are taking over the planet. Scientists are finding them in every nook and cranny of the earth. And it’s kind of scary since microplastics contain BPA, phthalates and other toxins proven to harm human health. But you may still be wondering what the heck microplastics even are… Microplastics are pieces of plastic less than five millimeters in length. That’s about the size of a…
If you’re not taking CoQ10, you’re missing out on one of the most powerful supplements available. In fact, the power of Coenzyme Q10 is found in its innate ability to generate energy in all of the cells of your body. That’s why the supplement can pack a serious punch when it comes to your health. Here are the three big benefits of CoQ10 that can help change your health for…