Hormones are chemical messengers produced by the body’s endocrine glands that regulate numerous biological functions. They are released directly into the bloodstream, from where they travel to various parts of the body to exert their effects on target cells and organs. They regulate a wide array of physiological processes such as metabolism, immune function, growth […]
Month: February 2023
The Impact on Gut Health
The microbiome refers to the collective genetic material of all the microorganisms living within a particular environment. The human body is host to a diverse array of microorganisms. These microorganisms occupy a variety of sites throughout the body, including the gut, skin, respiratory tract, and reproductive system. Over the past decade, research in this field […]
The Impact on Metabolism and Energy Levels
Metabolism refers to the chemical processes that occur in the body to sustain life, including the breakdown of food and the production of energy. Energy balance refers to the balance between the energy that is consumed in the form of food and the energy that is expended through physical activity and other processes. The foods […]
Evolution of Human Dietary Habits
A Different Time The Paleolithic era was a time when our ancestors were hunter-gatherers, and their diets consisted of a variety of foods, including meat, fish, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. This diet was rich in nutrients and helped to sustain early humans as they evolved and adapted to their changing environment. The term “hunter-gatherer” […]