Food is complex. No, I don’t mean it is difficult to understand. I mean that food itself is complex. Sure, there is the obvious. Foods that contain protein or fat, for example. But food is complex because it contains a multitude of bioactive compounds. So what are bioactive compounds?
If you have dark spots on the skin, you may have dismissed it as a mere cosmetic concern. It may carry a deeper message about the body that you should pay attention to. Dark spots are formed by the skin producing melanin, a pigment. The production of glutathione regulates melanin.
It is the season of cheer. World over, people are celebrating Christmas. Laughter, joy, happiness. But how long does an emotion last? A few hours, weeks? Months? The answer will vary depending on who you ask and where they are in their lives. But here is the funny thing. Emotions
Artisanal pizza or artisanal bread. I am sure you have enjoyed both. But do you know what an artisanal seed is? I didn’t either until very recently. A few global companies control most of the seeds used to grow fruits and vegetables. These companies produce the seeds that your
Shugendō is a unique Japanese spiritual tradition which defies the modern pursuit of comfort and ease. Happiness, we think, comes from comfort, ease and convenience. The philosophy of Shugendō says no. The path to happiness demands suffering, pain, and discipline. This is not suffering for its own sake, but a
Quick, check to see if your neck is stiff. Chances are that for most of us, our neck and shoulders are. Stress in the neck comes from chronic stress over weeks and months. Poor posture and lack of exercise makes it worse. What’s the most effective method for relieving
Ancient Indian scripts say that our world is Maya. An illusion. While we may believe that we exist in reality, it is a very realistic projection. Perhaps, someday, we will find out. Meanwhile, a more realistic possibility exists. Everything that we see around us will be a projection. We live
Breathing is fundamental to life—an act so natural we rarely stop to think about it. But if you wanted to measure how well you breathe, what metrics would you consider? The most obvious measure, and one we’ve discussed before, is your respiratory rate—the number of breaths you
What creates a competitive spirit? Wanting to win and challenge yourself and others? When is it beneficial and can it ever become harmful? Competitiveness in the brain is driven by a complex interplay of neurological, psychological, and hormonal factors. These elements work together to motivate individuals to compete, seek achievement,
Labelling sound in the colors of the rainbow sounds like a strange exercise. So why do we call sound pink, white or brown, and why does it matter? It turns out that sound has a spectrum, just like light. The spectrum of sound most similar to the spectrum of pink
Histamine is a signalling chemical produced in your body. It triggers an immune response to help your body fight an intruder. Regulating your histamines is critical because an allergy can trigger an anaphylactic attack, which can be life threatening. But what is the link between hydration levels and the release
It is that time of the year. Please consider getting an annual checkup. As we head to the close of the year, I know your days are filled with social engagements. Nevertheless, make time to go to a clinic. There is no better cure than prevention. Prevention relies on early