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Turmeric for weight loss – does it really work?
Key Points: Turmeric’s primary active compound, curcumin, may support modest weight loss and help reduce waist circumference, especially in people with metabolic syndrome or type 2 diabetes. Curcumin acts as a powerful anti-inflammatory agent that can improve metabolic health by targeting inflammation in fat tissues and enhancing insulin sensitivity. Turmeric on its own is unlikely to have significant effects on weight loss – working with a registered dietitian can help you integrate anti-inflammatory spices like turmeric into a personalized nutrition plan that supports sustainable weight management.
By Good health to everyoneabout a month ago in Longevity
Foods That Heal the Gut
The human gastrointestinal system represents one of the most complex and consequential organ systems in the body, yet it remains profoundly underappreciated in mainstream discussions of health and wellness. Spanning approximately thirty feet from mouth to anus and encompassing a surface area roughly equivalent to a tennis court when fully unfurled, the digestive tract serves as far more than a simple processing facility for food. It functions as a critical interface between the external environment and the internal body, a sophisticated immune command center, a significant producer of neurotransmitters, and the home of trillions of microorganisms whose collective influence on human health scientists are only beginning to understand.
By Paul Claybrook MS MBAabout a month ago in Longevity
The Myth of January First
Every December, as the calendar year draws to a close, millions of people around the world engage in a time-honored tradition: the crafting of New Year's resolutions. Gyms overflow with new members in January, health food stores see spikes in sales, and social media fills with proclamations of transformation and change. Yet by February, these ambitious declarations have largely faded into distant memories, replaced by the familiar rhythms of old habits and comfortable routines. Studies consistently show that approximately eighty percent of New Year's resolutions fail by the second week of February, with fitness and weight loss goals ranking among the most commonly abandoned objectives.
By Paul Claybrook MS MBAabout a month ago in Longevity
What Happens to Your Blood Sugar When You Drink Coffee
KEY POINTS Coffee on its own doesn’t typically have a significant impact on your blood sugar levels. Adding sweeteners and flavored creamers, among other factors, can increase your blood sugar. Cut back on sweeteners, pair coffee with meals and stay active to limit glucose spikes.
By Good health to everyoneabout a month ago in Longevity
3 Thinking Patterns That Held Me Back for Years
For years, I thought something outside of me was holding me back. I blamed circumstances. Timing. Other people. I told myself I just needed more confidence, more discipline, or the right opportunity. But deep down, nothing ever truly moved forward—and I couldn’t understand why.
By Fazal Hadiabout a month ago in Longevity
7 Discipline Habits I Use Even When I Feel Lazy
Some mornings, I wake up already tired. Not the kind of tired that comes from lack of sleep, but the kind that lives deeper—in the mind and the heart. The kind that makes everything feel heavier than it should. On those days, motivation is nowhere to be found. Even simple tasks feel like too much effort.
By Fazal Hadiabout a month ago in Longevity
Choose Sourdough For Steadier Blood Sugar, Eat Bananas to Lower Blood Pressure—and 3 More Health Tips
Choose Sourdough For Steadier Blood Sugar, Eat Bananas to Lower Blood Pressure—and 3 More Health Tips Simple food swaps—like certain breads, fruits, and spices—can meaningfully support your health without overhauling your routine. Everyday ingredients can offer surprising benefits, from steadier blood sugar to support for brain health. Pairing certain nutrients can further enhance absorption and boost your overall nutrition.
By Good health to everyoneabout a month ago in Longevity
Staying Emotionally Strong as We Age
There comes a moment in life when morale becomes more fragile. Not necessarily because everything is going wrong, but because many things have changed. The body no longer responds in the same way, familiar reference points shift, some people disappear, and the world sometimes seems to move on without waiting for us. This loss of morale is neither a weakness nor a failure. It is a human, common, and deeply understandable reaction. What matters most is not denying it, but learning how to move through it without becoming trapped by it.
By Bubble Chill Media about a month ago in Longevity
30 Days of Better Focus That Improved Everything
I didn’t decide to improve my focus because I was ambitious. I decided because I was exhausted. My days felt full, yet nothing meaningful moved forward. I jumped from one task to another, checked my phone without thinking, and ended each night feeling strangely disappointed in myself. I was busy all the time—but deeply unfocused.
By Fazal Hadiabout a month ago in Longevity
The Cost of Being Too Busy
I used to be proud of how busy I was. If my calendar was full, my phone buzzing, and my to-do list never ending, I felt important. Being busy made me feel needed. Valuable. Successful. I wore exhaustion like a badge of honor and told myself, “This is what progress looks like.”
By Fazal Hadiabout a month ago in Longevity
3 Focus Rules That Stopped Me From Wasting Time
I used to wonder where my days went. I woke up with plans, good intentions, and long to-do lists. By night, I felt tired, distracted, and strangely disappointed. I hadn’t wasted the day on purpose—but somehow, the important things were always pushed to “tomorrow.”
By Fazal Hadiabout a month ago in Longevity
