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Coenzyme Q10, or CoQ10 is a nutrient essential for many processes in our bodies. It occurs naturally in our body but declines as we age. However, other factors such as medication, genetic disorders and other diseases can increase the rate in which our production of CoQ10 declines, which can have detrimental effects on our heart health. Food which naturally contain CoQ10 include: Soybeans Nuts and seeds such as sesame seeds, pistachios, and peanuts Oily fish such as salmon Eggs Wholegrains Organ meat such as liver, kidney, and heart   However, there is not enough CoQ10 in these foods to actively...

What is Red Yeast Rice? Red Yeast Rice has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries due to its powerful health benefits. It is a special type of rice, fermented by a particular type of mold called Monascuc ruber. The compound which gives Red Yeast Rice its powerful potential is called monacolin K. As it happens, this molecule is also used in prescription medication to help lower cholesterol. Red Yeast Rice has the potential to improve many health implications such as cancer, inflammation, and metabolic syndrome. However, it is most commonly used to lower cholesterol levels and improve heart...

New year, same gut issues? Starting the year fresh can be difficult when your gut is holding you back. Here are some signs, symptoms and causes of gut imbalance which may suggest that it is time to change up something in your diet or lifestyle:   Excessive bloating IBS symptoms Mild pain or discomfort Changes in bowel habits Constant fatigue Unhealthy diet Sleep disturbances Weight changes Antibiotic use   The good news is that you do not have to live with these uncomfortable symptoms, and making certain lifestyle and diet changes can make a huge difference, such as:   Getting at...

Activated charcoal has become very popular for those with digestive issues in the past few years, but what exactly is activated charcoal and what are the benefits of supplementing with it?   What is it? Activated charcoal is also known as activated carbon and is created through a natural process of burning items which are high in carbon, in concentrations low in oxygen. While consuming anything burnt doesn’t traditionally scream ‘healing’, the result of this process, activated charcoal, is now being used to treat patients who have ingested a toxic substance and in people with digestive issues like bloating or...