Your eating habits affect your health in many ways, including your risk for chronic diseases such as diabetes, cancer, and heart disease. Research has shown that diet has a significant impact on cancer development. Many foods contain compounds that may help prevent the growth of cancer. According to some studies, certain foods may also lower…
Body fat has very important functions in the body. It covers the joints, stores vitamins, controls temperature, and is a source of energy. However, the amount and the place where it is located in the body are key to determining whether or not it alters health conditions. In the case of abdominal fat (and that…
It happens more often than people may realize. Hard-working employee is concerned about their health and they see their primary physician. The physician does not find anything, leaving the employee to live with the condition or issue longer. A few months later, the employee seeks a second opinion from another physician, the symptoms have returned…
Alpha amylase is an enzyme that is produced by microorganisms. It can be isolated from a variety of sources. The preferred extraction method is from microbial cells. The isolation process involves serial dilution, extreme conditions, and enzyme specificity. Genetic engineering and media optimization techniques may also be used to improve the properties of a-amylase. Application…
We live in a fast-paced world where it seems like we are always rushing to get things done. In this hurried state, it can be easy to make mistakes. Whether we’re sending an email or finishing a project, small errors can have big consequences. That’s why employers place a high value on employees who have…
Have you ever wondered what your friend or coworker might be sipping from a bottle sitting in a cool, shaded area? What might be the secret ingredient in the miracle drink they consume throughout the day or the exercise routine that keeps them in shape? The phrase “protein shake” is undoubtedly familiar to you. This…
A pre-workout supplement is a multi-ingredient combination designed to increase energy levels and improve your physical performance while working out. People usually choose to consume it before a span of workouts – run that extra mile, enhance their 1-rep maximum on the back squat, or just have enough energy to complete the final burpee in…
To understand what people with tinnitus listen to all the time, imagine you have a radio inside your head that plays nothing but hissing, ringing, buzzing, or static noises all the time. Some people with tinnitus also hear roaring or whooshing sounds. Others hear squeaky, shriek-like sounds. Tinnitus noises can be soft, medium loud, or extremely loud, and…
On the surface, family health insurance plans tend to come with a higher overall price than individual plans. When broken out per person, however, they often end up costing less. In order to understand why, however, it’s necessary to understand how health insurance plans work. What is a Health Insurance Pool? In order to keep…
We’ve all heard of hypnosis and how it can be used to control someone’s mind. But what many people don’t realize is that the power of suggestion can be just as strong outside of hypnosis. In fact, the things we hear on a daily basis can influence our thoughts and actions in ways we may…
