What they are, how they affect health, and how to avoid them

Endocrine disruptors are all around us. They are in an array of consumer products that we use every day: personal care products, cookware, cleaning supplies, food containers and wrappers, even furniture and electronics. They are in our food and water. Our homes. They are everywhere.

A dash of cumin, a sprinkle of thyme, a shake of oregano and suddenly the kitchen is filled with mouth-watering scents. Layers of aroma transport you back in time to standing on a stool as a little one to reach the countertops and be the one to add in the secret ingredient—that special blend of herbs and spices that makes food come alive.

On a quiet street lined with tidy homes and manicured lawns lives a friend of mine. But Maria's front yard is unlike any other on the block. Hers is a riot of color and texture, a wild garden buzzing with life. And when I follow her out back on a warm Texas afternoon to sit beneath a vine-covered arbor, we're surrounded by an even greater variety of plants, birds, and insects.

Bacopa Enhances Cognition in Adults

Age-related cognitive decline is a major concern for many people and has sparked interest in the field of nootropics, which are compounds known to enhance cognitive function. Bacopa has been a leading contender in this research due to its reputation as a brain tonic in traditional medicine and its well-known cognitive benefits.

Ode to October—

Once upon a time in October, the air smelled of apples and cinnamon and the garden's long goodbye to summer. And, although the world had seemingly gone mad, we sat on the porch and watched the sun fade into hazy, fall dusk. We drank herbal tea and had conversations, both frivolous and profound. The topics didn't really matter—the non-digital connectedness did.

Do you always seem to get hit hard with whatever bug is going around? Or maybe you’re the lucky one who never gets sick, even when everyone around you is. Or, when you do get sick, you’re able to recover quickly. This is immune competence, the ability (or inability) to avoid illness and bounce back quickly when you do get sick.

The world we live in is downright stressful. It’s stressful just thinking about how stressful things have become. While stress is a part of modern-day life, when it runs unchecked, it can wreak havoc, interfering with everyday tasks, relationships, and work. It can also damage the delicate structures of our brains and lead to anxiety and depression.

Roasted, toasted, and turned into butter — by the handful, or by a jar, there are oodles of varieties and ways to enjoy nuts. A handful of crunchy roasted almonds, or walnuts sprinkled over a bowl of oatmeal, a peanut butter sandwich, or trail mix to fuel your adventures.

Is maintaining the status quo of "cheap food" the entry fee to the next pandemic?

Combining Magnesium with Other Supplements Proves Helpful In PCOS

A recent study published in Frontiers in Endocrinology¹ showed that combining magnesium with other supplements, including vitamin E, zinc, calcium, and vitamin D, significantly improved markers of inflammation, oxidative stress, and metabolism in patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).

Howdy, Friends!

Welcome to September, which we lovingly call Organic Month around here! If you're reading this, you’re probably on board with organic, or maybe you're organic-curious.