health and wellness

How Oxygen Availability Decreases Cognitive Fatigue: Insights and Solutions

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Reading Time: 2 minutesWhat’s the connection between oxygen availability and cognitive fatigue? Cognitive fatigue can significantly hinder athletic performance, particularly in physically demanding activities conducted in low-oxygen environments. These environments pose challenges to executive functions, which are crucial for tasks like learning, planning, judgment, and decision-making. This is why oxygen availability is crucial. A study published in Scientific … Read more

How to Decipher a Probiotic Label

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Reading Time: 4 minutesThere are hundreds of supplements available today that are marketed as a probiotic. However, many ‘probiotics’ lack the transparency, scientific data, and credentials to qualify as efficacious supplements. Most supplements are categorized under the Human Foods division of the FDA, which means many probiotics are unregulated.  As a result, it’s imperative for consumers to understand … Read more

The Connection Between a Balanced Gut and COVID-19

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Reading Time: 6 minutesThe rise of the COVID-19 pandemic ignited a common fear in the hearts of many; the idea that their health was out of their hands. This positioned people across the globe in a state of chronic stress and panic, which are red flags for strengthening the resiliency of your body’s systems. The importance of balanced … Read more

How Gut Health Impacts Athletic Performance

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Reading Time: 6 minutesMany athletes are determined to optimize their performance and recovery, starting by building a foundation of wellness. While there is a general focus on nutrition and supplementation for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, it’s vital for performance athletes to reflect on the relationship between gut health and athletic performance. Often referred to as the second brain, … Read more