Category Archives: Health News

Basking in Nature Helps Relieve Stress and Improve Mood

When was the last time you went on a trip and enjoyed the outdoors? As adults, reconnecting with nature becomes more difficult as responsibilities pile up. However, research shows that engaging with nature regularly helps reprogram your nervous system, which results in better pain management. The best part? You don’t even have to go to… Read More: Basking in Nature Helps Relieve Stress and Improve Mood »

Men with Healthier Sperm Tend to Live Longer, Study Finds

Sperm counts have been declining at an alarming rate, with research showing a 50% drop in total sperm count over the last five decades.1 The implications of this trend extend far beyond reproductive issues, as poor sperm quality has been linked to chronic diseases and increased mortality risk. To explore this connection, researchers from Copenhagen… Read More: Men with Healthier Sperm Tend to Live Longer, Study Finds »

The Importance of Selenium for Health and Disease Prevention

First discovered in 1817 by Swedish chemist Jöns Jacob Berzelius, selenium is a mineral named after Selene, the Greek goddess of the moon. It’s found in living organisms, including soil and plants. But within the context of human nutrition, only a small amount is needed to help support optimal health, which is why it’s considered… Read More: The Importance of Selenium for Health and Disease Prevention »

Eating a Variety of Plants Helps Build a Strong Infant Gut Microbiome

A mother’s gut microbiome plays a significant role in seeding the infant’s gut. The baby’s microbiome is also “seeded” during vaginal delivery. By the time they are toddlers, their bodies host trillions of bacteria that shape their immunity, digestion, and even brain function. And, as demonstrated by recent research, the diversity of plants your child… Read More: Eating a Variety of Plants Helps Build a Strong Infant… »