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Why You Need THIS Supplement On a High-Protein Diet

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 1837 implied HN points • 08 Oct 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Supplements Nutrition Fitness
  1. A high-protein diet may lead to biotin deficiency, especially for athletes and pregnant individuals.
  2. Many biotin supplements on the market have doses that are too high, causing adverse effects.
  3. It is crucial to understand the importance of balancing protein intake with sufficient biotin to avoid long-term neurological issues.

Chapter 30: Essentials of Nutrition in Modern Health! - Part 3

Spyderdoc Newsletter • 9 implied HN points • 18 Jan 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Diets Public Health Mental health Lifestyle
  1. Diets have changed a lot over time due to culture, technology, and health awareness. What we eat is shaped by where we live, our traditions, and what we believe.
  2. Eating habits today are heavily influenced by social media and convenience. We're surrounded by endless food options, which can lead to overeating and unhealthy choices.
  3. To maintain a healthy weight, it's important to understand your body, caloric needs, and to eat a balanced diet. Monitoring your calorie intake and focusing on whole foods can help manage weight effectively.

Grug on diet soda and autism

DYNOMIGHT INTERNET NEWSLETTER • 1234 implied HN points • 05 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Research Science News Journalism
  1. Grug organizes ideas about diet soda and autism from news sources to consolidate important information.
  2. Correlation is easy to see but doesn't prove causation, and it's crucial to consider carefully in scientific studies.
  3. The news often emphasizes alarming claims based on research findings, even when the researchers themselves are more cautious.
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The Breakfast Cereal Addiction

Who is Robert Malone • 27 implied HN points • 30 Dec 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Diet Obesity Healthy Eating Lifestyle
  1. Breakfast cereals are often high in sugar and low in nutritional value, which can lead to unhealthy habits and obesity in both children and adults.
  2. Eating high-quality, whole foods like eggs can be beneficial, while the negative perception of eggs due to outdated cholesterol guidelines has contributed to poor dietary choices.
  3. The focus should be on the quality of food, not just quantity, to maintain a healthy weight and diet, with a recommendation to avoid ultra-processed foods.

We’ve never had to work this hard to start a family

The Daily Bud • 8 implied HN points • 17 Jan 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Reproductive Health Nutrition Exercise Environmental health Lifestyle Choices
  1. Starting a family today can be really tough, and many couples are facing fertility problems. It's important to talk about these issues more openly, especially how male factor infertility plays a role.
  2. There are some basic health tips that can help improve male fertility, like maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, and eating well. Also, cutting out smoking and excessive drinking can make a big difference.
  3. Some everyday things could harm sperm quality, like certain chemicals in clothing, plastics, and personal care products. Making small changes like wearing cotton, avoiding BPA, and choosing paraben-free products could help protect fertility.

The "Health Super Unlock" Video and Podcast

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 659 implied HN points • 08 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Wellness
  1. Focus on finding the root causes of health issues instead of just treating symptoms with drugs and supplements.
  2. The 'Health Super Unlock' content, previously available only in written form, can now be accessed as a video or podcast for free for the next 48 hours.
  3. Maintain good health through basic practices like eating nutritious foods, staying active, sleeping well, and nurturing positive relationships.

Why Would Citrate or Malate Cause Insomnia?

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 659 implied HN points • 18 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Insomnia Metabolism Supplements
  1. Citrate and malate in supplements can cause insomnia for different people, suggesting individual differences in energy metabolism.
  2. The opposite reactions to citrate and malate indicate underlying idiosyncrasies in energy metabolism.
  3. Consider exploring metabolic issues or mold contamination as possible reasons for experiencing insomnia from citrate or malate supplements.

Can Dietary Supplements Do Harm?

Are You Okay? • 619 implied HN points • 07 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Supplements Well-being Medicine Lifestyle
  1. Nature is beneficial, but not all solutions come in pill form. Many health issues can be addressed by examining and adjusting everyday habits.
  2. Be cautious with dietary supplements and always consider potential interactions with medication. Speak to your doctor about all the supplements you are taking.
  3. Check the credibility of information sources when considering supplements. Not all supplements are regulated closely, so it's important to seek certified products and reliable sources.

Nutrition Researchers Say It’s the Doctors Who Are Fooling Themselves – Are They?

Unsettled Science • 675 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Obesity
  1. Nutrition researchers caution against using individual or small sample experiences as evidence in clinical practice.
  2. Physicians believe in the effectiveness of carbohydrate restriction based on their observations of patient outcomes.
  3. There is a conflict between doctors and academics regarding the best approach for treating obesity and diabetes.

It’s Okay to Not Be Okay

Are You Okay? • 878 implied HN points • 10 Jan 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-care Nutrition Exercise Well-being
  1. Health is more than just physical metrics like blood pressure; it also encompasses how we feel, think, and behave in our daily lives.
  2. Being healthy involves honesty, asking for help, and building structure and support where needed, rather than quick fixes or fad diets.
  3. Prioritize four key elements for health: Sleep, Talk, Eat, Move, remembering that self-care is about meeting basic needs and nurturing a foundation for overall well-being.

Are ultra-processed foods uniquely addictive?

Unsettled Science • 522 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Addiction Research Home Cooking
  1. Experts suggest that ultra-processed foods may have addictive qualities due to their combination of sugar, salt, and fat, similar to how tobacco affects addiction.
  2. Food addiction research has developed tools like the Yale Food Addiction Scale to understand dependencies on specific nutrients like sugar, sugar-plus-fat, and carbohydrates-plus-fat.
  3. Debates continue on whether food addiction is due to behavioral disorders or physiological dependencies, with ongoing discussions about the impact of food processing on addiction.

What failed in weight loss for me

Metabolic Repair • 19 implied HN points • 17 Aug 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Fitness Dieting Mental health Lifestyle
  1. Using stimulants can lead to weight gain instead of loss, especially if you still eat unhealthy foods.
  2. Diets that are hard to stick to or require too much willpower usually fail because they aren't enjoyable in the long run.
  3. Finding a default eating and exercise routine that suits your body is important for maintaining a healthy weight over time.

The Art of Family Dinner

The Analog Family • 439 implied HN points • 01 Dec 23
🍲 Food & Drink Family Meals Nutrition Parenting Culinary Arts Social Dynamics
  1. Eating dinner as a family every day helps everyone feel closer and improves kids' happiness and confidence. It creates a special time to connect after a busy day.
  2. No devices and a shared start to the meal, like a gratitude game, encourage better conversations. This makes everyone feel valued and helps kids practice sharing their thoughts.
  3. Family dinners teach kids important skills like patience and manners. It also encourages them to try new foods by seeing their parents enjoy them.

Friday Q&A: caregiver burnout; Ozempic; fall allergies vs. viral symptoms; & emotional eating

Are You Okay? • 539 implied HN points • 20 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Caregiving Medication Nutrition Mental health Self-care
  1. When caring for aging loved ones, it's crucial to prioritize your own mental and physical health to prevent caregiver burnout.
  2. Shift your perception of control to restore agency and self-determination in your life, especially while taking care of others.
  3. In caregiving, meeting your basic biological needs like sleep, talking to someone, eating healthily, and moving your body is essential for long-term wellbeing.

170 | Sequelae: The Mysterious Long-term Outcomes of Foodborne Illness | Toxic Bean Sprouts |

The Rotten Apple • 21 implied HN points • 06 Jan 25
🍲 Food & Drink Food Safety Food Fraud Public Health Nutrition
  1. Foodborne illnesses can lead to serious long-term health issues that people often do not realize. These can include conditions like arthritis and nerve disorders after an initial infection.
  2. Preventing foodborne illnesses is really important because it helps stop these serious health problems from developing later. Everyone in the food supply chain has a role in keeping food safe.
  3. The growth of food safety awareness is increasing, and there are plans for more live training and educational events. This is a great step towards ensuring better food safety practices.

Why High-Dose Biotin Could be the Answer for Your Blood Sugar, Neurological Health, and Skin Health

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 539 implied HN points • 18 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Supplements Health Conditions
  1. High-dose biotin can have varied effects on health, improving blood sugar and some sensory issues but potentially worsening neurological problems.
  2. Studies have shown positive impacts on diabetes and sensory issues with high-dose biotin, but caution is needed due to potential adverse effects.
  3. Biotin supplementation levels should be tailored individually, as too much can lead to misleading lab test results and impact health negatively.

Beachbody's Pseudo Rebrand – I Tried It So You Don’t Have To Part 2

Weight and Healthcare • 519 implied HN points • 24 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness Body Image Nutrition Weight Loss
  1. Beachbody's rebrand to 'Bodi' still heavily focuses on weight loss rather than health.
  2. The programs offered by Beachbody continue to emphasize slimming, sculpting, and weight loss, lacking representation for diverse body types.
  3. Beachbody's MLM structure and 'wellness coaches' perpetuate the narrative of weight loss over true health and fitness goals.

TGIF: Nutrition & Health News

Unsettled Science • 482 implied HN points • 01 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Health News
  1. A start-up company has developed a fiber-based drink mix that acts like a sponge in the stomach to absorb sugar, offering a new approach to sugar elimination.
  2. The sponge drink comes at a cost of $150 a month and has been deemed safe, but its effectiveness in reducing blood-sugar spikes is not fully proven.
  3. Other start-up companies in the nutrition and health field, like Zye in the UK, are also making innovative products to address health concerns.

Questions on Blood Glucose and Oxalate

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 639 implied HN points • 01 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Supplements Q&A
  1. Postprandial blood glucose should be kept under 140 mg/dL to avoid compromising metabolism and antioxidant status.
  2. Minimizing oxalate absorption can be achieved by consuming 300-400 mg calcium at each meal and maintaining postprandial urine pH in the 6.4-6.8 range.
  3. Reducing dietary oxalate intake is crucial to prevent potential gut damage.

Always get the big peanuts

INDIGNITY • 235 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Snacks Recipes Nutrition
  1. Opt for healthier snack alternatives like peanuts for crunch without the guilt of unhealthy options.
  2. Making small changes like cutting down on sugar, coffee, and unhealthy snacks can lead to positive transformations in your diet.
  3. Choosing the right variety of peanuts, like Virginia peanuts, can make a difference in the satisfaction and healthiness of your snack choices.

Random Thoughts #12: Confessions of a Simple Sugar...

Spyderdoc Newsletter • 39 implied HN points • 22 Nov 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Diet Obesity Sugar Diabetes
  1. Sugar is everywhere and comes in many forms, making it hard to resist. It's often found in foods and drinks we enjoy, but too much can cause health problems.
  2. Consuming sugar can lead to serious health issues like obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. It can create a cycle of addiction similar to drugs because it affects our brain's reward system.
  3. Sugar can be enjoyed in moderation, and having discipline around its consumption is key. When used responsibly, it can be part of a balanced diet.

Friday Q&A: calcium supplements; the Ozempic plateau; dry November; & light boxes for seasonal blues

Are You Okay? • 399 implied HN points • 17 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Fitness Mental health Wellness Tips
  1. It's important to get enough calcium for strong bones, ideally from sources like dairy, green leafy vegetables, and fish with soft bones.
  2. When it comes to calcium supplements, consider factors like the type of calcium compound, absorption rates, and potential side effects like constipation.
  3. Vitamin D is crucial for calcium absorption, and while other nutrients like magnesium may be beneficial, it's important to consult a healthcare provider to avoid potential interactions with medications.

Questions on hair trace mineral analysis, the real problem with seed oils, and the supposed vitamin C tyrosinase complex.

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 479 implied HN points • 28 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Minerals Vitamins Toxins Supplements
  1. Hair trace mineral analysis can capture unique data but should be complemented with more validated tests for accurate results
  2. Seed oils pose a concern due to their susceptibility to oxidative damage, which can be addressed by consuming specific nutrients in moderation
  3. Whole food vitamin C is similar to synthetic forms in its functions, but obtaining it from natural sources can offer additional benefits

TGIF: Nutrition and Health News

Unsettled Science • 499 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Health News
  1. A virtual course on reversing type 2 diabetes is being offered, with notable faculty and CME credit available.
  2. Influential studies claiming red meat is bad for health are criticized for flawed methods and lack of transparency.
  3. Nutritional approaches to health may be misrepresented in certain studies, impacting policies and recommendations.

The Anti-PUFA Elevator Pitch

The Heart Attack Diet • 239 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Metabolism Weight management Medical Myths
  1. Animal fats are considered more natural for humans to eat than polyunsaturated fats
  2. Polyunsaturated fats, though essential in small amounts, may pose risks as a staple food due to their chemical complexity and potential impact on metabolism
  3. The modern diet high in polyunsaturated fats may be linked to metabolic issues and health conditions, potentially impacting weight, body composition, and overall well-being

Sweeping the Body: Meet Serrapeptase Enzyme

Tessa Fights Robots • 23 implied HN points • 13 Dec 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Fitness Mental health Alternative Medicine Public Health
  1. Serrapeptase is an enzyme that helps break down cellular waste and can support healing from chronic infections. It is often referred to as a 'miracle enzyme' for its cleaning properties.
  2. This enzyme can reduce inflammation and aid in wound healing by dissolving dead tissue and improving blood flow to injured areas. It's believed to enhance recovery processes in the body.
  3. Serrapeptase also has mucolytic properties, which means it can help thin mucus and improve breathing for those with respiratory issues. It’s been studied for its potential role in alleviating symptoms related to conditions like COVID-19.

In case you missed my mitochondrial energy talk...

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 459 implied HN points • 30 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Metabolism Nutrition Genetics Energy Health
  1. The Mitochondrial Energy Summit is hosting an 'Encore Weekend' event starting at 6 PM eastern time tonight, allowing those who missed the original airing to catch up.
  2. Attendees have praised the talk for its valuable insights on energy metabolism and nutrition, sparking discussions on lifestyle changes like consuming superfoods more regularly.
  3. Chris Masterjohn's talk has received glowing reviews, with attendees expressing appreciation for his knowledge, dedication, and balanced approach to discussing the intersection of genetics and nutrition.

Losing my Religion, 2e

KCKlatt’s Substack • 2 HN points • 22 Sep 24
🚌 Education Academia Research Nutrition Career Cognitive dissonance
  1. Navigating academic life can create a lot of confusion, especially when you see a gap between the ideals of research and the reality of how things operate. It can feel frustrating when the focus is more on getting published than on genuine discoveries.
  2. The pressure to publish often leads to questionable practices in research, which can hurt the integrity of the work. Many people in academia are just trying to survive in a system that doesn’t set them up for real success.
  3. Finding a supportive environment in academia is tough, and it's important to constantly question what the true mission of academic work is. Many academics feel like they’re in a game where they have to compete rather than collaborate.