The Master of Metabolism: How the Thyroid Gland Creates Vitality
When you think of “vitality” what do you think of?
For most people, it’s some image of an active life, bursting with energy: shining eyes; spring in your step; the zest of life.
But if you go just a little bit deeper into this idea of vitality, it’s not...
PerfectAmino Uptake and Bioavailability, Plasma Test and Lab Results
This study examines the effect of PerfectAmino on the plasma amino acid levels in 5 patients at an Integrative Medical Clinic in Clearwater, FL. Fasting levels of essential serum amino acids and glucose were taken, and then 10 grams of PerfectAmino...
The Ultimate Longevity Hack With Intermittent Fasting Hacks & Protocol
Your own metabolism is killing you.
The incomprehensible bazillions of biochemical reactions firing off every nanosecond in every one of your cells have consequences.
Because there is no free lunch.
Not even in biology. The truth is...
The Anabolic Secrets of mTor and Our Optimization Protocol
There is a master anabolic switch hidden deep inside your cells. It unlocks rapid muscle growth, stimulates tissue repair, activates your immune system, and generally makes us stronger and more capable.
It’s known as “mTOR.”
You may have heard of it...
What Might Be Causing Your Fatigue, Depression, and Insomnia
The following is adapted from The Search for the Perfect Protein.
At our clinic, the LifeWorks Wellness Center, we have many clients—male and female—who have problems with low energy, depression, and insomnia. With these patients...
What Essential Amino Acids Are, How They Work, and Why They Matter
The following is adapted from The Search for the Perfect Protein.
If you’ve ever heard of amino acids—which help the body make protein—you may have heard of essential amino acids. What, exactly, makes these amino acids essential?...
The Unseen Effects of Heartburn and Indigestion Medications
The following is adapted from The Search for the Perfect Protein.
If you watch much TV, you’ve undoubtedly seen a heartburn medication commercial at some point. The makers of Pepcid and Zantac confidently tell us we can eat a hoagie with sausage...
The Science of Protein Utilization (What actually happens when you consume protein)
Trying to get enough protein into your body to increase lean muscle mass, recovery and endurance?
STOP.
It’s not a matter of how much protein you're consuming — but how much your body is able to use.
And depending on what protein sources you're using...
The Unknown Link Between Protein, Beauty Concerns, and Menopause
The following is adapted from The Search for the Perfect Protein.
What’s the common link between menopause and beauty concerns (sagging skin, hair loss) in women who are aging? It might surprise you to learn it’s a lack of protein...
The Secret Powers of Proprietary Blends: Why the Industry Needs Them
There’s a lot of negativity that surrounds proprietary blends, but companies have a legitimate reason to use them---protecting recipes. The hard work and preparation that goes into producing a powerful multi-ingredient formula has been stymied...
The BodyHealth Guide to Micronutrients
The word “micronutrients” sure sounds nice.
Health marketers use it as a generic catch-all term, but usually without any specific meaning.
It’s easy to have an idea about what it probably is –– small nutrients, right? –– and it’s...
BCAAs (Branched-Chain Amino Acids) vs EAAs (Essential Amino Acids)
BCAAs (Branched-Chain Amino Acids) are all the craze these days. Pushed by supplements companies and hyped by paid sponsors, what are these supplements, what do they actually do, and are they worth it?
Some of the claims include...