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Green Tea, More Botanicals Linked to Liver Injury

Botanicals like turmeric, green tea and black cohosh may seem benign, but their overuse is being increasingly linked to liver injury. New research suggests that 7% of U.S. adults are using at least one of the six leading botanicals, the equivalent of 15.6 million people. Many… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David […]

Published on August 5, 2024

IBS, Digestive Trouble Spotlighted on Social Media

Are you spending more time in the bathroom than you’d like? Loads of TikTok posts show you’re not alone. Young people, especially women, are increasingly talking on social media about gastrointestinal distress, such as irritable bowel syndrome or chronic bloating. Some… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a […]

Published on August 5, 2024

Movement Snacks—A Worksheet to Track Progress

Movement snacks effectively counter the negative effects of sedentary behavior and prolonged sitting. Learn about the benefits of movement snacks and … Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the charge in pioneering Self-Enhancement Science […]

Published on August 3, 2024