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Friday Favorite: Is It Safe to Eat Raw Mushrooms?
Microwaving is probably the most efficient way to reduce agaritine levels in fresh mushrooms. But, wait. Are Microwaves Safe? ( ). Check out that video and The Effects of Radiation Leaking from Microwave Ovens ( ) to find out. For more cooking tips, see: • Best Cooking Method ( ) • The Best Way to […]
Continue readingThere’s a Fly in My Aging Research
How do you unlock the mysteries of aging? A primer on the use of animals to study aging. I have a lot of videos that get into the nitty gritty of modulating aging pathways. For example, check out: • Life Extension with FGF21 ( ) • How to Boost FGF21 with Diet for Longevity ( […]
Continue readingHerbalife Supplements and Liver Toxicity
The side effects of Herbalife supplements. They are considered to be a well-established cause of serious liver injury. This video was scripted by our new Senior Research Scientist, Dr. Kristine Dennis. In the future, she may even start narrating some of her videos! For more on the sad state of supplement regulation, check out: • […]
Continue readingFriday Favorite: The Effects of Hormones in Milk on Infertility in Women
Dairy consumption is associated with years of advanced ovarian aging, thought to be due to the steroid hormones or endocrine-disrupting chemicals in cow’s milk. The video I mentioned about the effects of these estrogens and progesterone in men and prepubescent children is The Effects of Hormones in Dairy Milk on Cancer ( ). I talk […]
Continue readingBanana vs Mango Smoothies for Polyphenol Absorption
How can you mediate the phytonutrient-destroying enzyme in avocados, bananas, and mushrooms? The mushroom video I mentioned is Is It Safe to Eat Raw Mushrooms? ( ), and here is the breakfast recipe: Cran-Chocolate Pomegranate BROL Bowl ( ). If you’re interested, check out my Bananas in Smoothies ( ) live presentation with Q&A from […]
Continue readingThe Downside to Banana Smoothies for Polyphenol Absorption
An enzyme in bananas can destroy some of the phytonutrients in berries and cocoa, but there is a way to reduce the effect. I did a Bananas in Smoothies ( ) live presentation with Q&A in November, if you want to check it out. Bottom line: Mixing bananas with certain healthy foods, like cocoa powder […]
Continue readingFriday Favorite: A Political Lesson on the Power of the Food Industry
Hear the unbelievable story about what lobbying millions can do to shut down efforts to protect children. I’m all in favor of Taking Personal Responsibility for Your Health ( ), but the strong-arm Big Tobacco-style tactics of the multitrillion-dollar food industry are contributing to the deaths of an estimated 14 million people every year. I’ve […]
Continue readingDo Low-Level Laser Therapy Devices Work for Hair Loss?
Laser therapy is marketed as a promising alternative to drugs and scalpels for treating hair loss, but what does the research say? Check out some of my other videos on hair loss and growth: • Supplements for Hair Growth ( ) • Pills for Hair Growth ( ) • Food for Hair Growth ( ) […]
Continue readingThese Healthy Foods Are SO OVERRATED 🙄
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Continue readingHow Much Exercise Does It Take to Improve Aging Cognitive Function?
If the relationship between exercise and dementia prevention is cause-and-effect, as much as 20 percent of Alzheimer’s disease may be attributable to physical inactivity. The benefit of aerobic training on cognitive function appears to be larger than strength training. For more on quantifying exercise, see: • Longer Life Within Walking Distance ( ) • How […]
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