The Hidden Culprit Behind Global Weight Gain

Reading Time: 3 minutesIf our brains are biologically equipped to manage nutrient intake, why are obesity rates soaring? To answer this, let’s travel back to the 1960s—the true starting point of modern weight gain. This was when the Agricultural Revolution enabled mass production of grains like wheat, corn, rice, and oats. Hybridization, fertilizers, and machinery made grains cheap and abundant. Suddenly, grains were everywhere: in cereals, breads, snacks, pastas, and desserts. Grains are extremely carbohydrate-dense. When digested, they break down into glucose. If that glucose isn’t used quickly, your body stores it as…

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Understanding Omega 3, 6, and 9: Essential Fatty Acids for Health

Reading Time: 2 minutesEssential fatty acids play a crucial role in our overall health, from brain function to heart health. Let’s explore the unique benefits and sources of Omega 3, 6, and 9 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids, including EPA and DHA, are perhaps the most celebrated of the group. Found abundantly in fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, and sardines, these nutrients are essential for brain development, reducing inflammation, and supporting cardiovascular health. Plant sources include flaxseeds, chia seeds, and walnuts, though these contain ALA, which must be converted by the body into…

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