Phytochemicals and Health: A Deep Dive into Food-Based Plant Compounds and How They Impact Your Health

Read this article to learn about the health benefits of phytochemicals, the foods in which these substances can be found, and specific situations in which phytochemicals may act as a double-edged sword. The post Phytochemicals and Health: A Deep Dive into Food-Based Plant Compounds and How They Impact Your Health appeared first on Chris Kresser. … Read more

Yoga and meditation reduce chronic pain

A mindfulness-based stress reduction course was found to benefit patients with chronic pain and depression, leading to significant improvement in participant perceptions of pain, mood and functional capacity, according to a new study. Most of the study respondents (89%) reported the program helped them find ways to better cope with their pain while 11% remained … Read more

RHR: Unconventional Cancer Treatment and the Gut–Dental Connection, with Dr. Al Danenberg

Dr. Al Danenberg is a periodontist, ADAPT Trained Practitioner, and expert on the relationship between nutrition, the gut, and periodontal and tooth health. He’s also recently in remission from cancer after utilizing some unconventional, holistic protocols during treatment. In this episode of RHR, we discuss his approach to his cancer treatment and we talk about … Read more

Debunking the Myth of Heart-Healthy Oils

The conventional medical community has long promoted the myth of “heart-healthy” oils. Find out why these vegetable oils are dangerous for your cardiovascular system, and learn which fats you should choose instead. The post Debunking the Myth of Heart-Healthy Oils appeared first on Chris Kresser. View original article Contributor: Lindsay Christensen, M.S., CNS