If your answer is "I don't know" or "no," then read on to figure out why you must. First of all, what exactly are omega-3s and omega-6s? Generally, we just hear the nicknames "omega-3s" and "omega-6s," but their true names are omega-3 fatty acids and omega-6 fatty acids. Both are types of polyunsaturated fats, and … Continue reading Are You Eating the Proper Ratio of Omega-3s to Omega-6s? (Hint: Your Health Depends on It!)
First, let me start off by saying I am an app minimalist. I'm currently still in the Dark Ages with my iPhone 6S 16GB, so I barely have room for Gmail and text threads. I'm extremely judicious with app downloads, but my new discovery--the "Think Dirty" app--was a no-brainer! Before I continue any further, let … Continue reading Why You Need My New Favorite App: “Think Dirty”
Fact: Antibiotic resistance is on the rise, and the World Health Organization (WHO) has identified the phenomenon as a worldwide crisis. Just three months ago, WHO published this article and highlighted these key facts: Antibiotic resistance is one of the biggest threats to global health, food security, and development today. Antibiotic resistance can affect anyone, … Continue reading 5 Ways You Can Prevent Personal and Widespread Antibiotic Resistance
Ever wonder where I get my biohacking inspiration? The answer is podcasts, books, and articles...but mostly podcasts! Ever since I began my biohacking journey a couple years ago, I have been (obsessively!) listening to a number of different health & wellness podcasts to learn as much as I can about optimal nutrition, skincare, exercise habits, … Continue reading My Favorite Health & Wellness Podcasts
When we cook at home, we control the ingredients we use, the spices we add, and the oils we drizzle. In restaurants, we relinquish a lot of control, and we often stray from our "perfect" diet. Still, it's important to recognize the benefits of restaurant dining--like relaxation and socialization! Home-cooked meals are the absolute best, … Continue reading 4 Secrets to Eating Smarter While Dining Out
Over the past two years, I've become a huge proponent of organic produce, pastured meat, and wild fish. However, it was only recently that I discovered natural, organic, and biodynamic wines! Initially, I was drawn to these wines because they're made from cleaner, more sustainable crops. After all, if I'm supporting organic produce to take … Continue reading Hello Natural + Organic + Biodynamic Wines, Goodbye Headaches!
A hot health topic today is the gut microbiome; many studies have linked the health of one's gut to his or her propensity for disease and mood disorders. A lesser-discussed but increasingly popular notion is that the mouth contains a special, perfectly balanced microbiome of its own. The oral microbiome consists of "the collective genomes of … Continue reading The Oral Microbiome: Why It’s Important and How to Care for It
Yes, that's right. I'm taking you down a rabbit hole here. We're all familiar with the adage "You Are What You Eat," which relates to Hippocrates' belief that "Food is Medicine." Every single bite we take (or sip we drink!) causes a positive or negative hormonal reaction within the body; cumulatively, those bites and sips … Continue reading You Are What You Eat…Ate
Yes, you read that right! Drop everything you're doing, scramble to the grocery store, fill your cart with frozen produce and then stock your freezer! (Okay, maybe you don't need to rush to the grocery store this very instant. If you need to go tomorrow, I'll allow it.) Right now, you're probably thinking I'm nuts … Continue reading Fill Your Freezer with Frozen Produce
Once you decide to clean up your lifestyle in every way, shape, and form, it can feel overwhelming! There are so many different foods, soaps, drinks, moisturizers, etc., to choose from. Since many of you have asked which brands and companies I trust, websites I use, and skincare products I recommend, I decided to create … Continue reading My Favorite Homemade (a.k.a. AFFORDABLE and ALL-NATURAL!) Masks, Scrubs, and More
Biohacking with Brooke 