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This article was updated on April 25, 2026, with new infographics and Apple-compatible audio. 🎧 ▶️ Press the play button below to listen. My recent articles and videos examined how eating preload foods that stimulate incretin and insulin secretion can lower postprandial blood sugar. In this article, I present how we can enjoy the carbs…
This article discusses the importance of knowing heart rate recovery and how to improve it. It includes a chart and a heart rate recovery calculator at the end.
When I first launched this website in 2018, I used my name as the site title. At the time, it felt like the simplest thing to do. But recently, I realized—it doesn’t send the message I want. To me, having my name in big letters felt a little too self-focused. That’s not what this site…
Introduction Not All “Healthy” Foods Help You Perform Better—Some Can Hold You Back You eat clean. You train hard. But sometimes, right in the middle of your workout, you feel bloated, short of breath or tight around the diaphragm. Is it something serious? The answer may lie in your last meal. This article explores how…
This article shows how to track your target heart rate with and without a heart rate monitor.
Holy Week and a Christ-Centered Stillness As Holy Week 2025 begins soon, Catholics worldwide will attend multiple Masses throughout the week—from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday. These sacred liturgies are filled with powerful moments: scripture readings, solemn processions, the Eucharist, and silent prayer. They offer a unique chance to slow down. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)…
Audio updated on August 21, 2025. 🎧 ▶️ Press play below to listen. Your browser does not support the audio element. Are there any locally available seeds or fruits in the Philippines that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids? Yes! The Philippines is home to several indigenous seeds and fruits that are rich in omega-3 fatty…
A recent study published in 2023 analyzed 96 unique cases of Acquired Hemophilia A (AHA) following COVID-19 vaccination, primarily among older adults, raising questions about vaccine links. Symptoms emerged within 18 days post-vaccination, with a plausible immune mechanism suggested. AHA remains extremely rare, but further research is warranted to understand potential connections.
This article discusses the studies that showed a link between thiazides, a common blood pressure medication and skin cancer.
This article is about the mental health risks and suicides after gender surgery. Introduction Transgender individuals often face significant challenges, including higher rates of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. These struggles are usually linked to societal stigma, discrimination, and a lack of acceptance or affirmation of their gender identity. For many, gender-affirming surgery is a…
This article explores why people get shorter with age, examines the health effects of this phenomenon, and discusses effective strategies to maintain height and overall health.
This article explores how physical activity can ease depression by drawing on both laboratory research and real-world evidence. You’ll learn practical steps to start an exercise routine slowly and safely. You will also discover simple tools for finding the right intensity to achieve maximum benefits. Introduction 1. Depression: Prevalence, Common Symptoms, and Conventional Treatments Depression…
Yesterday, I published the article Antidepressants and Chronic Disease: The Shocking Truth You Must Know! It revealed the troubling link between antidepressant use, chronic diseases, and increased all-cause mortality. This raises an important question: Are there safer, more effective alternatives? In this article, we explore the impact of intermittent fasting on depression. We examine whether…
This article discusses when to take antioxidants to maximize the effects of exercise.
This article is about the health consequences of consuming ultra-processed foods.
This article features the prediabetes risk calculator that you can use today. It tells you your likelihood of having prediabetes. Prediabetes accelerates the risk of having many deadly diseases like hypertension, diabetes, heart attacks, and strokes. Introduction Prediabetes is a critical warning sign. Your blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not yet high…
This article deals with how moderate and vigorous exercise can reduce cardiac age.
In this article, we’ll explore what the Borg RPE scale is. We’ll look at how it works. We’ll explain why it’s useful for exercise. Lastly, we’ll cover how to use it effectively—including a custom-built Borg RPE Calculator that makes tracking intensity easier than ever.
This article discusses the target heart rate calculator used to know the exercise intensity. Included is an interactive heart rate calculator. Introduction Heart rate is among the most critical indicators of exercise intensity and cardiovascular health. You might be an athlete or a fitness enthusiast. Alternatively, you could be looking to improve your overall well-being….
This article discusses cardiac age and lists the types of exercises that can lower cardiac age.
