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The Body Atlas of Nutrition
Think of this as a guidebook each system of the body what it does and the nutrients that keep it healthy There are major systems as called out in most textbooks Lets go thorugh them at a high level Heres...
Read More..The Big Picture of Nutrition
At its core human health depends on nourishment Every breath we take every step we walk and every thought we form relies on the steady supply of nutrients These nutrients are not optional they are the raw materials and regulators...
Read More..Best lifestyle changes to boost metabolic resilience with age
The best lifestyle changes to boost metabolic resilience with age include Regular Exercise Especially Resistance Training Resistance exercise helps preserve and build muscle mass which is crucial for maintaining a higher resting metabolic rate RMR Aerobic and high-intensity interval training...
Read More..Longevity Research and Supplements: A Plain-Speak State of the Union (September 2025)
As interest in living longer and healthier lives continues to grow many people are turning to supplements as a tool to potentially slow aging and improve healthspan the years lived free of major disease or disability But what does the...
Read More..Top credible sleep research findings boiled down to plain language
Here is a concise list of top credible sleep research findings boiled down to plain language with references to the original studies or reviews Recommended Sleep Duration for Health Research Consensus Statement by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine AASM...
Read More..The Importance of Sleep and Science-Backed Hacks to Optimize It
Sleep is a fundamental pillar of health and well-being deeply influencing physical repair metabolic function cognition and emotional regulation Yet modern lifestyles often challenge natural sleep patterns leading to widespread sleep deficits and their associated health costs Fortunately neuroscience and...
Read More..Vitamin B12 - methylcobalamin or cyanocobalamin?
Vitamin B exists in two commonly encountered forms in supplements cyanocobalamin and methylcobalamin Scientific evidence provides important insights into their differences Nature and Stability Cyanocobalamin is a synthetic form of B containing a cyanide group It is not found naturally...
Read More..Role of methylmalonic acid and homocysteine in cognitive risk assessment
Methylmalonic acid MMA and homocysteine are important metabolic biomarkers in cognitive risk assessment particularly in relation to vitamin B status and brain health Methylmalonic Acid MMA MMA is a sensitive marker of vitamin B deficiency Elevated MMA levels indicate insufficient...
Read More..What B12 blood levels are linked to better cognitive outcomes
Vitamin B blood levels linked to better cognitive outcomes tend to be above the current clinical deficiency cutoffs and often in the higher range of normal Research indicates Serum B levels below about pmol L lower quartile are associated with...
Read More..What nutrients and biomarkers according to science backed research are real important in maintaining elevated cognitive health?
Several nutrients and biomarkers are scientifically identified as important for maintaining elevated cognitive health Key nutrients include omega- fatty acids especially DHA B vitamins such as folate B antioxidants like vitamins E and C carotenoids lutein zeaxanthin and vitamin D...
Read More..So is it safe to work towards elevating your B12 and keeping it in the 500 - 550 range?
Isn't that optimizing brain health And isn't that best for you to have all through your adult life Maintaining vitamin B levels in the range of pg mL as seen in Japan s higher clinical cutoff is generally considered safe...
Read More..Japan's ~500 pg/mL versus the typical Western cutoff of 200 pg/mL. Why not follow Japan?
Using a higher vitamin B cutoff for defining deficiency such as Japan s approach pg mL versus the typical Western cutoff of pg mL has some potential risks and considerations Potential Risks of a Higher B Cutoff Overdiagnosis and Overtreatment...
Read More..Japan's Unique Approach to Vitamin B12 and Its Link to Lower Mental Decline
Introduction Japan is widely recognized for its high life expectancy and comparatively lower incidences of age-related cognitive decline and dementia Among many factors contributing to this phenomenon Japan s distinctive approach to vitamin B status evaluation and management stands out...
Read More..The Right Level of Vitamin B12 and Its Role in Energy and Brain Health
Vitamin B is a crucial water-soluble vitamin essential for energy metabolism and the maintenance of neurological function Deficiency can have profound impacts on physical and cognitive health This post reviews scientific evidence regarding the optimal levels of vitamin B for...
Read More..The CentoViva Project: What is it?
I ve always been a curious person at heart I'm a techie always tinkering always curious I've always carried a deep sense of curiosity about 'good health' With a family history full of cardiovascular disease diabetes and other chronic conditions...
Read More..Over 400 rural hospitals are at a risk of closure
source Chartis Rural Health state of the state Why is that Smaller aging populations mean lower patient volumes Heavy reliance on Medicare and Medicaid leads to thinner margins Workforce shortages drive up costs and limit service lines Closures of OB...
Read More..CentoViva: Lessons from the Blue Zones for a Longer, Stronger Life
Around the world there are regions where people regularly live past often into their s These Blue Zones including Okinawa in Japan Sardinia in Italy Ikaria in Greece and Nicoya in Costa Rica offer a blueprint for extraordinary longevity Despite...
Read More..Better care with CarePlus: Preventative Screenings in Primary Care
What if the most important health conditions could be caught early right at your doctor s office without needing multiple appointments specialists or delays CarePlus by HealthOcta is a new kind of technology platform built to transform how and where...
Read More..Mental Health Screenings with CarePlus
Bringing Proactive Mental Health Detection into Primary Care The Need Is Urgent and Growing More than in U S adults experience mental illness each year yet over go undiagnosed or untreated Conditions like depression anxiety stress and PTSD can severely...
Read More..Partner With HealthOcta: Expand Your Reach Through eClinics & VideoConsults
About HealthOcta HealthOcta is redefining how physicians and healthcare organizations connect with patients and facilities We provide the secure compliant and easy-to-use infrastructure that lets healthcare practitioners focus on practicing medicine while we handle the technology scheduling payments and operational...
Read More..The story behind our brand, HealthOcta
HealthOcta Our Brand Story HealthOcta was born from a simple belief access to the right care at the right time saves lives and transforms health outcomes The name Octa is inspired by a cutting-edge imaging breakthrough in modern medicine OCTA...
Read More..Crushing the 2025 MCAT: What Top Scorers Did Differently (And How You Can Too)
The MCAT isn t just a test it s a make-or-break milestone for medical school aspirants With the MCAT cycle now in the books we analyzed the latest trends scores and strategies that helped top scorers stand out If you...
Read More..Need a Second Opinion? Here’s Why More Patients Are Turning to eClinics by HealthOcta
When it comes to your health uncertainty is not an option If you've been given a diagnosis you're unsure about or you re facing a serious treatment decision getting a second opinion can provide clarity confidence and in some cases...
Read More..The Future of Service Distribution: How The Service Bridge Is Creating a Scalable Infrastructure for the Knowledge Economy
The service economy is already the backbone of the modern world and it s growing faster than ever In the United States alone services contribute over of GDP From legal advice to fitness coaching accounting to appliance repair the range...
Read More..SnapCard: Your Digital Business Card, Contact App & AI-Powered Personal CRM in One
SnapCard transforms the way you build and maintain relationships in the real world It s more than a digital business card It is your smart contact app and AI-powered personal CRM that helps you remember reconnect and grow your network...
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