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Every night when we go to sleep, our brain enters the cleaning cycle. This cycle, known as cerebral autophagy, is the process by which our bodies get rid of old or damaged parts of the cells. The name ‘autophagy’ comes from the Greek words auto (self...

By Peter D'Adamo, ND There are literally thousands of digestive enzyme supplements out there and available to the general public. Most are rudimentary; however, a few are formulated in a manner that is quite imaginative and inspired. Over my a...

When you think of vitamin D, you probably think about sunny days. It makes sense since our bodies create vitamin D when our skin is exposed to sunlight. The “sunshine vitamin” is well known for helping the body absorb calcium and build strong,...

You’ve most likely heard at one time or another that calcium is a key component for women striving to maintain optimal health. But why? What is its importance? Are all calcium supplements the same? How does blood type impact calcium requirement...

Over the course of her lifetime, a woman’s nutritional needs will change several times. From infancy to adolescence, from motherhood to menopause, change is constant. Good nutritional care is the key to navigating each transformation.ChildhoodChildre...

Let’s Do Some Spring CleaningI’ll admit, I’m not the biggest fan of “detoxes.” We have mechanisms in place that detoxify volatile and toxic compounds every day without us even feeling it. While detoxing is definitely important, it’s a pretty comp...

The Scoop on TurmericWhen culinary trends collide with science-backed health benefits, it’s always good news. And turmeric sits right at this intersection. Right for all blood types, this golden spice is delicious in both sweet and savory recipes...

The human heart is a remarkable organ. Every 24 hours, it beats over 100,000 times and pumps about 2,000 gallons of blood. That’s enough to fill an oil tanker! It’s also amazingly resilient. Biologist Alexis Carrel, winner of the 1912 Nobel Pri...

“The flu” is a virus that is often misunderstood and misdiagnosed. People mistakenly label influenza, a variable infection, as everything from a stomach bug to the common cold. The most common forms of influenza are the A (both strains H1N1 and...

It’s difficult to keep up with healthy routines day after day, month after month. But for many of us, November and December are especially challenging. With falling temperatures, shorter days and the overall stress of the holiday season, it can...

If you’ve been thinking about trying The Blood Type Diet®, or if you’re a long-time follower looking to get more serious about your health and well-being, the 10-Day Blood Type Diet Challenge is a great way to set yourself up for maximum result...

Many people first come to the Blood Type Diet for weight loss, but they stay for far different reasons. Not just for weight loss, the Blood Type Diet can support the health of your body from the inside out. The nexus of your overall health is t...