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Creatine: Basic Information for Older Adults
Quick Summary Creatine is a naturally occurring compound that helps support energy availability in muscles.Some older adults choose to use creatine as a general wellness supplement to support strength, movement, and exercise tolerance. It is not a medication, not...
Understanding the 20-Point RPE Scale (and How to Use It for Zone 2 Cardio)
Quick Summary RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion) is a simple way to measure how hard exercise feels using a 6–20 scale. For Zone 2 cardio, aim for an RPE of 12–13 out of 20 — a steady, moderate effort where breathing is deeper but controlled, and you can still speak in...
Link between mitochondria and neurologic disease
Link between Mitchonidria dysfunction and disease Mitochondrial dysfunction and oxidative stress have been implicated in several neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer, Parkinson disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). What is the connection between...
Spending Time in Nature: Benefits & How to Get Started
In the digital age, people are glued to their phones at all hours of the day. Factor in sedentary lifestyles, and we are damaging our mental and physical well-being. This is why we all need to get out—we mean this in the kindest way possible. Spend time outdoors,...
Decluttering: The Life-Changing Benefits of Tidying Up
One in 11 Americans have so many belongings that they have to pay a sweet $91.14 per month (on average) for storage space outside their homes. It’s not necessarily hoarding—sometimes, they just have difficulty parting with their prized possessions because of the...
Air Purifiers: Impact on health and disease
Our “environment” is one of many ways that it is possible to “leverage” health outcomes. In other words, decrease inflammation (correlated with many diseases) and optimize cell function. “Environmental air pollution has a direct impact on human health, being...
It’s True! Having a Sense of Agency Over One’s Health Can Increase Our Lifespan
Our resilience and it turns out—even our longevity—depends on having a sense of agency over one’s health. When we talk about a sense of agency, we’re referring to having a feeling of control over what happens to us. It’s important because it aids our mental stability,...
Drink Your Way To Good Health With BEAM’s Super Greens
Finding it hard to meet your body’s nutritional needs? You’re not alone. According to the Dietary Reference Intakes, a staggering 92% of Americans suffer from at least one vitamin or mineral deficiency. Deficiencies for most nutrition indicators could be as high as...