Designs for Health
JUNE 16, 2023
The bi-directional crosstalk between the gut microbiome and the brain, called the gut-brain axis, is a complex process that influences many body systems. A recently published review article by Varesi and colleagues explored new findings regarding the role of the gut microbiome and the gut-brain axis on overall mood health.
Stanford Childrens
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Connective tissue laxity not only affects joints but, more important, can cause other organs and body systems to not work properly, creating many problems. Because children have high levels of joint hypermobility, it can be difficult to distinguish those with a normal physical trait from those with an underlying disorder.
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PLT4M
OCTOBER 23, 2023
STATE GOAL 20: Achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness based upon continual self-assessment. STATE GOAL 22: Understand principles of health promotion and the prevention and treatment of illness and injury. STATE GOAL 23: Understand human body systems and factors that influence growth and development.
Designs for Health
SEPTEMBER 20, 2022
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin well-known for its supportive role in bone health and immune function. Research indicates that vitamin D can influence every body system. Vitamin D receptors (VDRs) are found in most tissues throughout the human body including the brain. By Colleen Ambrose, ND, MAT .
Designs for Health
AUGUST 14, 2023
Recent research indicates that certain micronutrients such as quercetin may play a role in cellular health and post-exercise recovery. Evidence suggests it plays a supportive role in antioxidative status and inflammatory health. It may also help support a healthy inflammatory response and post-exercise muscle recovery.
Designs for Health
AUGUST 25, 2023
Berberine is a botanical extract that has been extensively researched for its potential to support many functions throughout the body including lipid and blood sugar metabolism. It may also play a supportive role in cardiovascular function, gut and immune health, and the inflammatory response. Ambrose, ND, MAT
Designs for Health
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
Our understanding of the interplay between human health and the gut microbiome continues to evolve. Newer research suggests that the combination of probiotics and the molecules that “feed” the gut microbiome (prebiotics) may play a synergistic role in support of optimal health and a normal immune response.
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