How Salt Got Its Bad Reputation: A Brief History of the “Salt = High Blood Pressure” Myth - PART 2
The idea that salt is inherently bad for your heart has been repeated so often that it’s taken as gospel. But where did this salt-phobia originate? It turns out the evidence was shaky from the start, relying on extreme experiments and misinterpreted data that became entrenched in policy before the science was settled.
Understanding this history will reveal how we ended up vilifying salt in the first place.
My 2025 Functional Blood Work – Part 2: Kidneys, Creatine & Context
In Part 1 of this series, I broke down my immune system results and what they meant through a functional medicine lens. Today, we’re diving into my kidney function — a system that showed up as needing attention in my report.
According to the functional blood work algorithm, I scored a 77% probability of kidney dysfunction.
Now, that might sound dramatic — but let’s take a breath and look at what’s really going on.
9 Key Nutrients Men in Midlife Need to Boost Testosterone Naturally
Testosterone levels in men today are significantly lower than they were 30 years ago. Studies show the average man's testosterone has declined by approximately 20-30%. Why is this happening?
Modern lifestyles, chronic stress, poor sleep, and particularly, the Standard Western Diet (SAD) loaded with ultra-processed foods play a big role. These processed foods are calorie-dense but nutrient-poor, leading to deficiencies that disrupt hormone balance—especially testosterone.
Struggling with Sleep? This Simple Mineral Could Be the Game-Changer
If there was one supplement I’d recommend to almost anyone struggling with sleep, it would be magnesium. This humble mineral plays a massive role in helping you wind down, get deeper sleep, and wake up feeling more refreshed.
But here’s the kicker—most people aren’t getting enough of it!