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Advanced Glycation End Products (AGEs)

Advanced Glycation End Products (AGEs)

by | Dec 14, 2023 | Diet, Evidence Based, Inflammation, Nutrition

https://youtu.be/U9ik9yDwvRk?si=kHknHWW4b95Mhsdg Introduction to AGEs Advanced Glycation End Products, commonly referred to as AGEs, are compounds that naturally form in the body when sugars react with proteins or lipids without the assistance of enzymes. This reaction, known as glycation, occurs slowly over time and is a part of the body's metabolic processes. However, AGEs can also [...]
What Is Epigenetics?

What Is Epigenetics?

by | Jul 2, 2020 | Evidence Based, Genetics

Geek corner During the past two decades, there has been a rapid increase in studies that report associations with gene polymorphisms, nutrition and disease risk (Burdge, Hoile, & Lillycrop, 2012).  This is a paradigm shift from traditional nutritional recommendations that have been based on age, sex, and pregnancy.  The advances in the association with epigenetics [...]
Garlic and Cilantro Roasted Broccoli

Garlic and Cilantro Roasted Broccoli

by | Nov 30, 2019 | Recipes, Wellness

Broccoli is so good for you! It is not only high in fiber, its filling, packed with nutrients and promotes phase 2 detoxification for your liver. This is very important for your healing. Broccoli is an important part of a healthy diet for many people around the world, and while broccoli is widely appreciated for [...]
Probiotics for your Immune System

Probiotics for your Immune System

by | Oct 14, 2019 | Diet, Digestive/Urinary, Wellness

Probiotics can enhance your immune system! The intestine is considered a key target organ to improve the quality of life in senescence, which can be modulated with a healthy lifestyle with a customized diet including probiotics. Probiotics are demonstrating immunomodulating properties that can alleviate the proinflammatory status of the elderly.  “The preservation of gut barrier [...]