The importance of nasal breathing
We take breathing for granted and don’t question it. But more and more people suffer the consequences of constant mouth breathing. Continue Reading…
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Walnuts are good for your health and your microbiome – Short Tao
n a study done by the University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences researchers found that eating 42 grams of walnuts resulted in reduced LDL levels (the cholesterol you want to have lower, HDL you want to be on the higher side) and also impacted your gut. Continue Reading…
Frequent sauna bathing reduces the risk of stroke – Short Tao
A new study has been published by the University of Eastern Finland highlighting that frequent sauna bathing reduces the risk of stroke. Continue Reading…
Manipulate your waking glucose with vinegar – Short Tao
Vinegar before meals and as bedtime supplement show a tremendous benefit on gylcemic response. Find out how to use this to your benefit in this article. Continue Reading…
VLCD Resistance Training Benefits – Short Tao
In a recent study published in the Clinical Nutrition Journal this has been the conclusion of a 12-week loong protein supplemented treatment on obese patients. The patients undergoing the resistance training (3 days a week) showed positive effects on the resting metabolism (RM) and the overall muscular funtion compared to the control groups. Continue Reading…
Caffeine & Coffee – Natural Supplements Series
Coffee is one of the most consumed beverages on our planet. It’s how many people start their days and get things rolling. the warmth of the cup, mixed with the smell of freshly brewed coffee puts a smile to more people than just me. But it’s not the coffee that is working as this kickstarter in our lives, but caffeine that we consume with it. Caffeine has a very stimulating effect on our central nervous system. This makes caffeine Continue Reading…
The Proximity Effect – Short Tao
I recently read a study which had a look at the proximity effect combined with the consumption of snack-food. Food placement therein influences your eating behaviour. Continue Reading…
The easy way to healthy food are colours
Detox, paleo, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, clean and other keywords are nowadays trending. They have all in one way or another the same goal, eating healthy. They usually require special plans or items in order to achieve whatever they are designed for and they have their reason to exist. Nevertheless eating healthy is very simple and you can do it with one simple trick in mind: think colours, think rainbow! What sounds weird at first, is simple at last: Vegetables Continue Reading…