Health & Wellness Blog

Evidence-based articles on nutrition, fitness, mental health, and more.

Wintergreen oil contains methyl salicylate, equivalent to aspirin. Even small ingested amounts can be lethal. Know the risks.

The point where two or more bones meet, allowing movement and providing support. Joint health is critical for mobility at all ages.

Cedarwood has traditional use as both a sleep aid and natural insect repellent. What modern research supports.

A metabolic state where the body uses fat as its primary fuel source instead of carbohydrates, producing ketone bodies.

Geranium essential oil is used in skin care and for menstrual discomfort. Evidence for its dermatological and hormonal effects.

Low-density lipoprotein, often called 'bad' cholesterol, which can build up in artery walls and increase cardiovascular risk.

Pre-made blends can be expensive. Learn to create your own sleep, focus, relaxation, and immune-support blends with proper ratios.

Total body weight minus fat mass, including muscle, bone, organs, and water. Maintaining lean mass is important for metabolic health.

Not all probiotics work the same way. A strain-by-strain guide to matching probiotics to specific digestive conditions.

A network of tissues and organs that helps rid the body of toxins and waste, playing a key role in immune defense.

Probiotics get the attention, but prebiotics are equally important. Which foods feed your beneficial gut bacteria.

The three main categories of nutrients the body needs in large amounts: carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.