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Are Probiotics Responsible for Your Happiness? The Surprising Gut-Brain Connection. By Brad King, MS, MFS
When you think about love and happiness, your gut probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. But what if I told you that a handful of tiny microbes living in your digestive tract could help brighten your mood, deepen your connections with others, and even make you feel more loving? Enter Lactobacillus reuteri and other gut-friendly bacteria. These “happy bugs” do more than digest food—they actively communicate with your brain through neurochemicals like serotonin, dopamine, and oxytocin[1]. Here’s the scoop on how they work, why they’re missing in many of us, and how you can bring them back...
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Shilajit and Humic-Fulvic Acid – What You Need to Know
North American Shilajit, with its origins dating back nearly 100 million years, is rich in humic and fulvic acids—substances that have played a significant role in traditional medicine across cultures for millennia.
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Understanding Mitochondria and Cellular Energy – Part 1
Like any power system, the efficiency of our mitochondria depends on several factors:
Diet: The availability of nutrients like coenzyme Q10, carnitine, and antioxidants is crucial for optimal mitochondrial function. These nutrients help boost mitochondrial efficiency, much like high-quality fuel can improve the performance of an engine.
Exercise: Regular physical activity promotes the growth of new mitochondria and enhances the efficiency of existing ones, effectively upgrading our body's power plants.
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Natural or Synthetic – It’s Time to Get Real - Brad King, MS, MFS
"Studies suggest that naturally derived vitamins typically offer superior bioavailability, absorption and bio-compatibility compared to their synthetic counterparts"
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