Health

As soon as the clock strikes 2 p.m., time seems to slow, my movements appear more sluggish, energy levels plummet, and all I want to do is go to sleep. To many people, especially other high school students around me, the usual afternoon crash or post-lunch drowsiness may seem typical. But, what if I told you that recent research has demonstrated the lack of a single molecule called butyrate may be responsible for these dips in energy, and increasing its production can lead to

High cholesterol levels are associated with illnesses such as cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. This has caused a negative stigma around consuming cholesterol, with many diets and health regimens focusing on specifically cutting out this molecule. Yet, it is present in and essential for animal cells; the body produces cholesterol to help regulate the functions of many organs. So, what is cholesterol and why is too much of it dangerous? Foods with high levels of chol

As people become more conscious of what food is going into their body, measuring macronutrients, micronutrients, and calories has become...

Have you ever felt bloated, gassy, or uncomfortable after enjoying a scoop of ice cream or an extra cheesy pizza? These are all common...

Everyone has heard the saying "breakfast is the most important meal of the day," and there is truth behind it. In fact, people who regularly skip breakfast are 21% more likely to suffer from a cardiovascular disease event (Ofori-Asenso et al., 2019) . Meal-skipping has become more prominent over the last 40 years, as the average person has become increasingly busier. There has been a transition away from 3 set meals a day to snacking and varied mealtimes (Kant and Graubard, 2

Artificial flavoring is ubiquitous in most food products on the food market. Originating from the high consumer demand for consistent...

How did the calorie become the standard unit to measure the energy of food? Originally used by scientists, it made its way onto...

What’s in Your Pre-Workout? Pre-workouts are a potent mix of supplements that boost performance before exercise. Most contain a blend of...

Protein powder has gained immense popularity within the past decade. Coming in all different shapes, sizes, and strange flavors (like...

Everyone’s heard that Vitamin D is important and spending more time in the sun is good. But why exactly? This article will explore the...

Acne and blemishes are common, natural skin conditions that can appear on one's skin after puberty that can be influenced by various...

Many health and fitness influencers hype up high-protein diets for muscle tone and overall health. While there may be some benefits to...