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Electrolytes: Essential Functions for Optimal Health

Designs for Health

An imbalance in these electrolytes can disrupt normal bodily functions and may lead to symptoms like headaches, fatigue, or even severe conditions. Besides hydration , electrolytes help support brain function, heart health, muscle function, and more. Fluid Balance Proper hydration is indispensable for overall health.

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Family Turns Newborn’s Rare Diagnosis Into Something Beautiful

Stanford Childrens

A team of specialists supports boy with rare skin and neurological condition When baby Weston was born, there wasn’t the usual oohing and aahing from the nurses. They referred Kimi and her husband, Nathan, to Stanford Medicine Children’s Health. Instead, his mom, Kimi, heard only concern. “A A nurse said, ‘What is that?’ have NCM.

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Glutathione for Brain Health and Healthy Aging

Designs for Health

Glutathione exists in the oxidized and reduced form and affects many cellular functions and overall health. . In vitro studies reveal the concentration of glutathione in the central nervous system (CNS) is highest in astrocytes and followed by neurons. The concentration of glutathione varies across different tissues.

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The Supportive Role of L-Glutamine in Mental Health and Gut Health

Designs for Health

The vagus nerve , the tenth cranial nerve, facilitates this communication via the enteric nervous system. Stress, whether acute or chronic, can disrupt gut health, mental health, and L-glutamine status in the body. This system may be dysregulated in major psychiatric disorders or states of chronic stress.

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Health Education Lesson Plans

PLT4M

Health education is a vital component of a well-rounded curriculum, as it provides students with the essential knowledge and skills needed to maintain and improve their health, prevent disease, and reduce risky behaviors. What Are Health Education Lesson Plans? Finding quality health education lesson plans is a complex task!

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Creatine Monohydrate for Healthy Aging and Brain Function

Designs for Health

Endogenous creatine synthesis occurs in the brain and nervous system. Previous reviews demonstrate a great potential for creatine supplementation to support brain health and cognitive processing (by way of increasing brain ATP). However, there are mixed results for cognitive function and memory benefits.

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GABA, Tyrosine, and Taurine: Amino Acids to Support a Healthy Mood

Designs for Health

Research suggests that certain amino acids including gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), tyrosine, and taurine may help support certain aspects of brain health, mood, and cognitive function. Evidence suggests that GABA may help support certain aspects of mental focus and mood health. Ambrose, ND, MAT