July 2021 | Evidently Healthy

What Are The Physiological Limits to Our Performance?

29 July, 202129 July, 2021 Simone C 0 Comments

Reading Time: 6 minutes Extraordinary athletic performances make me wonder what is the limit to what the human body can achieve? Will elite athletes continue to perform better and break records in perpetuity? And, what degree of progress can the rest of us, non-elite, hope to attain?

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Does Your Infant’s Microbiome Impact How Fearful They Are?

1 July, 20211 July, 2021 Simone C 0 Comments

Reading Time: 6 minutes Emerging research indicates that an infant’s microbiome may be linked to their psychological wellbeing- both at the tender young age and later in life. We break down what the results of a groundbreaking pilot study into the fear response mean.

Can Your Microbiome Cut Cholesterol?
21 October, 2021
Healthy cholesterol levels are among the potential benefits of a healthy gut microbiome. Seeing as cholesterol has a significant impact on cardiovascular disease, which is the primary cause of death worldwide, it's worthwhile considering the value of probiotics and prebiotics as a therapeutic tool. …
Choline: The Nutrient You Mightn’t Have Known You Need
7 October, 2021
Though previously underappreciated, the health world is becoming more and more aware of just how crucial choline is in many stages of life- from fetal development to advancing age. Here's what we know about this essential nutrient with diverse roles. …
Jiaogulan: A Potential Chinese Medicine Superstar?
23 September, 2021
Jiaogulan is a popular Chinese medicine that is traditionally used for various complaints, such as hepatitis, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Looking at it through the lens of western science, we see it may have potential in these and more, but much more research is required to prove or disprove it. …
The Power of Touch in Infant Development
9 September, 2021
Touch is critical to infants' growth and development, and possibly their survival and later health, too. We unpack the science, the special power it may hold for kids who are unwell or vulnerable, and some special considerations that could change your approach to touch. …
Healthy Lovin’?: The Truth About 20-second Hugs
26 August, 2021
“20-second hugs” are purported to offer immense health benefits. There is ample evidence of the potential benefits of interpersonal touch… but the story of the 20-second hug is more nuanced. …