Beyond Body Composition: 8 Benefits of Exercise

Beyond Body Composition: 8 Benefits of Exercise

Physical activity is not about gym mirror selfies or a flexed bicep. The benefits of exercise are often conflated with an aesthetic, and exercise itself conflated with vanity. The reality is exercise itself — moving heavy objects that challenge your body and/or moving...
7 Causes of Malabsorption

7 Causes of Malabsorption

Several common diseases damage the gut in ways that make it difficult to absorb vitamins and minerals, leading to deficiencies. While chronic use of medications and alcohol, genetic factors, and age affect nutrient absorption, this article focuses on seven conditions...
How to increase glutathione in your body

How to increase glutathione in your body

The master antioxidant, glutathione is critical for a proper immune response and preventing oxidative stress from wreaking havoc on your body. Natural glutathione production declines with age (when you need it most), but you can increase glutathione levels through...
7 ways exercise supports your immune system

7 ways exercise supports your immune system

In direct — increasing white blood cells — and indirect — increasing blood flow — ways, exercise improves your immune system. As researchers of a comprehensive literature review write, “Different studies suggest that regular physical exercise is directly related to...