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Smitten by The- (TRF) Intermittent Fast

Smitten by The- (TRF) Intermittent Fast

When considering the act of Fasting, historically, the action points back to Africa-Egypt with the enslaved Hebrews.  History notes the act of Fasting as one of the commands given to Moses for the children of Israel in observance of the Day of Atonement; today, we...
Bouts With Gout

Bouts With Gout

Approaching my neighbor as he began limping in pain, struggling to mow his lawn one evening inquiring if something was wrong, he starts to point, indicating my foot, my toe is hurting.  Excruciating burning pain at the base of the big toe, almost bringing him to...
The Vibrant Vitamin C

The Vibrant Vitamin C

Today’s popularity with Vitamin C has never been so intensive since 1747 with the emergence of Scurvy.  Essentially, currently, the popularization of vitamin C is due to its positive effects on the immune system. Tracing the history of vitamin C, a Scottish physician...
Fiber Up Your Immune System

Fiber Up Your Immune System

Following the recent Covid-19 vaccine disbursement around the world leads to the importance of our innate immunity.   According to the CDC, experts believe that getting a COVID-19 vaccine may help keep you from getting seriously ill if you get COVID-19.  The...
Vitamin B-12: Know your Risk Factors

Vitamin B-12: Know your Risk Factors

Of all the many B-Vitamins, Vitamin B-12 is one of the water-soluble vitamins which receives the least amount of attention doing many physical exams.  My introduction to B-12 was very early, through an aunt, by receiving B-12 shots from her physician during her...
Probing the World of Probiotics

Probing the World of Probiotics

The consumption of Probiotics has become extremely popular today.   According to a 2012 NHIS interview, shows about 4 million (1.6%) U.S. adults in the past 30 days report the use of probiotics.     The word Probiotics in Latin means “For Life” dates back 10,000...
Criss-Cross The Vegetables

Criss-Cross The Vegetables

We will all appropriately gather this holiday season in our homes, sharing our delectable Zoom meals with friends and family.  Another common thread that we may also share is preparing and serving one of the tasty Criss-Cross Vegetables.   Menu preparation without the...
The Fatty Facts of Prostate Cancer

The Fatty Facts of Prostate Cancer

Just this week, my favorite weather forecaster Mr. Al Roker announce he is battling prostate cancer.  The American Cancer Society reports the three major risk factors for developing prostate cancer are race, age, and genetics.    African American’s mortality...
Seeking a Regiment of Zinc

Seeking a Regiment of Zinc

As I sit reflecting upon all the events of 2020, the most shocking of all is protecting and preserving the very crucial life-supporting act of simply breathing.  The respiratory system is under a mind-blowing, hard-hitting attack.   We will be facing the onset of the...
An Herb to Remember

An Herb to Remember

Each Autumn, I struggle to find ways to preserve my beautiful aromatic spring herb garden from the harsh cold nights and mornings.  Among the many herbs, Rosemary and thyme are my prize favorites.  Each evening I find myself cutting off stems of both for meal...