Metabolism

Gut biome, microflora, or microbiota, the tiny living organisms that inhabit your gastrointestinal tract impact your health in many ways particularly as a key player in your immune system and in reducing your risk of disease. How?

Vitamin B1, or thiamin(e), is a water soluble vitamin essential for maintaining health. Inadequate thiamin intake can cause adverse health effects. Why is thiamin essential and how much do you need each day?

Are you caught in the yoyo dieting trap? Have you successfully lost weight only to regain several months later? While reducing your weight may bring health benefits yoyo dieting may be anything but healthy.

Feeling stressed? Being “stressed out” these days is a common phrase. But what does being stressed mean? Why are you stressed, and what can you do to “de-stress”?

Women are more likely to experience urinary tract malfunction and infections than men. While medical therapy is available, maintaining urinary tract function and preventing infection may reduce the need for therapy. How?