Tinnitus: A warning sign of mitochondrial dysfunction in a world of modern technology

Tinnitus, often perceived as a constant ringing in the ears, is actually much more than just an annoying sound. It is a warning sign that can reveal deeper problems associated with mitochondrial...

When a smoothie is less healthy: Bananas and flavanols

Smoothies are a modern trend for healthy eating and not many people can boast about them. But new findings from scientific research bring surprising news - bananas, a common ingredient in smooth...

Cholesterol: More than just blood fat

When we think of cholesterol, most of us think of something that we should reduce in our diet. But cholesterol actually has other, lesser-known roles. It is part of a system that helps our bod...

Light, quantum physics and our everyday lives

In our rapidly developing world of technology and science, we often encounter concepts that seem far removed from our daily lives. Yet some of these seemingly abstract concepts have a d...

The sun: Much more than just a source of vitamin D

When we think of the sun and its effect on our health, most of us immediately think of vitamin D, which is essential for healthy bones and the immune system. However, the sun has a far wider i...

Blue light, UV radiation and their effect on our health

A common component of light from screens and morning sunlight, blue light has a significant effect on our body by stimulating the production of ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone). This ...

Artificial blue light and its dehydrating effects on cells

Maybe you believe that New Year's diet and gym workouts are not bringing the desired results. One of the possible culprits may be exposure to artificial blue light, which has considerable nega...

How can reducing fiber intake help with constipation? New findings may surprise you

Increasing fiber intake is traditionally recommended to ensure a healthy digestive system and prevent constipation. However, a recent study brings a whole new perspective to this established p...

Light, Gut, and Brain: A Comprehensive View of Overweight

Being overweight is often seen as a simple result of excessive calorie intake and lack of physical activity. However, current research suggests that it is much more complex and may start where w...

Fermentation

Why do we use unique fermented food supplements? Fermentation basically "pre-digests" the nutrients and the important substances in fermented food supplements are thus better biologically availabl...