The jungles and mountains of South America are home to more plants than you can imagine, many with all kinds of untapped medical potential. Some are completely unknown, while others were used by indigenous peoples such as the Inca for centuries before any Europeans got there. Maca, found in the high altitudes of the Andes, […]
Avea only launched in 2021, but a close partnership with Maximon and a successful round of seed funding has pulled in around $5 million to support the development of various types of supplement, all of which aim to improve health and longevity in many ways (https://longevity.technology/news/avea-secures-5-million-in-new-seed-funding/). Based in Switzerland, Avea has already launched six products
Fiber is vital for your health, although it doesn’t often get the attention of carbs and protein or vitamins and minerals. It can be a little uncomfortable to talk about how it impacts going to the bathroom. When it does come up, it’s usually in the context of a deficiency. Most Americans consume less than
Vitamin B isn’t like other vitamins because it’s not just one thing. There are eight different types, each with its own function, that make up what’s known as vitamin B complex. You need all the B vitamins to remain healthy, and that doesn’t just mean your physical fitness. B vitamins also have a profound impact
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We’ve all seen it. The quest for that one miracle pill that will just meet every single one of your health needs all at once and guarantee that you’ll live if not forever, then at least a very long time. Unfortunately, life is rarely that simple, especially when it comes to all the nuances of
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Strawberries are one of the most popular fruits out there. Yes, some people dislike the taste or have problems with the texture, but for many more, they represent the sweetness of summer – a sweetness made all the greater because they’re so fragile and short-lived. They’re also, like most berries, full of nutritional benefits, as
You might not have eaten much bone marrow if you’re not a frequenter of the fancier fine dining restaurants. It’s generally thought of as a gourmet ingredient, despite history showing it’s been used in many cultures and contexts. Let’s explore this poorly understood delicacy (https://longevity.technology/lifestyle/bone-marrow-food-benefits-nutrition-sources-preparation/). If you don’t know about bone marrow in its culinary
Not all foods are good for everyone. Even ingredients that we generally consider healthy can sometimes cause discomfort, illness, and in the worst cases, fatal reactions. We sometimes throw around words like sensitivity, intolerance and allergy like they’re interchangeable, but considering the potentially serious stakes, it’s important to be able to tell the difference (https://longevity.technology/lifestyle/food-allergy-vs-intolerance-vs-sensitivity-whats-the-difference/).
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Whenever you see an article making recommendations about food, you’ll probably see at least one bullet point dedicated to whole grains. When it comes to staples like bread, pasta and rice, you want the more unrefined sort, the kind that hasn’t had all its nutrients processed away. White bread and white rice have earned a
Nitric oxide doesn’t look like much. Like many of the molecules that keep the body running, it’s tiny and underappreciated. That doesn’t mean you can ignore its vital role or its potential as a supplement for various medical conditions, however (https://longevity.technology/lifestyle/what-is-nitric-oxide-benefits-uses-and-facts/) (https://longevity.technology/lifestyle/7-amazing-benefits-of-nitric-oxide-supplements-to-your-body/). Let’s start with the basics. Nitric oxide is a colorless gas made from
