Diet Science

Reading Time: 5 minutes Veganism is a controversial topic these days, with some people embracing it as THE diet for humans to adopt while others cannot believe that we could possibly survive without eating meat or eggs. There have been multiple studies recently that have been trying to determine the benefits or risks to a vegan diet. Over the course of these scientific studies, multiple health benefits have been discovered. It seems that vegans may be on to something after all. Let’s take a look at the six (science-backed) health reasons FOR a vegan diet! Veganism Provides Multiple Health Benefits Not only does adopting...

Reading Time: 3 minutes Looking to lose weight? Add this ingredient to meals “I’m strong to the finish cuz I eats me spinach; I’m Popeye the Sailor Man!” In the cartoon Popeye the Sailor Man, Popeye is often on the receiving end of brutal punishment from his much larger adversary Bluto (he is locked in a permanent love triangle between him and Bluto for the affection of the lovely Olive Oyl), until he popped open a can of spinach. At once, there occurred a fantastic transformation in Popeye from a beaten runt to a man with superhuman strength and physical prowess. This change in...

Reading Time: 3 minutes   The many health benefits of black tea Our clinic's business is hormones, specifically Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). We offer Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT), Human Growth Hormone (HGH) Replacement Therapy, Sermorelin Therapy, and several other hormonal restoration treatments that are designed to restore our client’s hormones to a healthier, more youthful level. Our hormone therapies are second to none. We have decades of experience in hormone replacement, and we stay current with all new research and development in this area. But we don’t stop with hormone replacement. We are a holistic clinic, and for all of our new clients, we...

Reading Time: 3 minutes Hey folks, Dale Clifford here. I’ve been a country doctor for 25 years, and today I want to talk to you about the benefits of a diet of raw food. Now, I know that the idea of eating raw food might sound a little strange to some of you, but hear me out. First off, let me tell you that a diet of raw food is all about eating foods that are uncooked and unprocessed. That means fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds, basically anything that hasn't been heated up or had any chemicals added to it. Now, I know that...

Reading Time: 5 minutes What to eat to boost testosterone A grim fact: as men age, the amount of testosterone in their bodies drops. Beginning around age 30 the testosterone loss occurs at approximately 10% per decade. Do the math. At that rate, an 80-year-old man will have half the testosterone as he did as a young man. And the consequences of this crash of testosterone levels are devastating since testosterone is the crucial hormone that makes men MEN! Let’s take a look at a few of the unwelcome surprises that await aging men that are losing the “manly hormone”: Shrinking, weakening muscles Accumulation...

Reading Time: 3 minutes Are you one of these people who just HATE broccoli? Or may be even all vegetables in general? After reading this article, you'll probably rethink that line of thinking and start eating your veggies again. Broccoli, especially, has some amazing cancer-fighting and hormone-boosting attributes that you might want to consider chomping down on, especially if you are currently on an HRT program. Read on to see what these are! Broccoli as a Multivitamin We know that vegetables contain lots of vitamins and nutrients for us, but broccoli could even be considered a natural multivitamin! The main vitamins it will provide...

Reading Time: 4 minutes The human body requires a complex set of nutrients to sustain good health. While all of these vitamins and nutrients are provided by mother nature, many people still struggle with nutrition deficiencies. Amino Acids are critically important to Hormone Balance. Amino Acids are the building blocks of proteins. There are 20 amino acids intricately involved human function. We make eleven of these on our own, but nine must be absorbed through diet. The amino acids that we have to find in nature are known as Essential Amino Acids. This need for Essential Amino Acids is why protein is absolutely necessary...

Reading Time: 2 minutes The 21st Century is an exciting time for Hormone Replacement and Peptide Science. Not only are we learning more about the natural hormones of the human body, but we can weaponize that knowledge to guide men and women toward happier and healthier lives. One of the peptides our Licensed Hormone Specialists have at their disposal is MOTS-c. MOTS-c is a peptide product of mitochondria and is believed to put the body in “exercise mode,” improving metabolism at rest and the body's receptiveness to physical activity. Mitochondria act as cellular power plants, and MOTS-c assists in the direction of metabolic activity...

Reading Time: 3 minutes Body fat is quite a bit more complicated than most people believe. In fact, we've just begun to delve into the intricacies of how body fat really functions over the past few decades. Doctors and scientists used to hypothesize that body fat was inert, but those times are long gone. Today we understand that body fat performs many functions associated with metabolism, temperature regulation, hormone balance, and more. White Fat: Subcutaneous and Visceral Some types of fat are more helpful (and harmful) than others. A person can have moderate subcutaneous fat levels and still be very healthy. We now understand...

Reading Time: 9 minutes Did you know that there is a direct relationship between testosterone and magnesium? Probably not, since this connection is not well-known. But studies have demonstrated that magnesium levels boost testosterone bioavailability. Our clinic specializes in Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) to offset the effects of lower testosterone levels in aging men. But we believe in a comprehensive, holistic approach to boosting testosterone safely and effectively, and nutrition is a significant part of the equation, especially magnesium. Magnesium has been described by many nutritionists and research scientists as “the miracle mineral.” And there is a broad range of reasons why. Magnesium delivers...

Reading Time: 16 minutes As the year winds down, many folks are looking to the next year to make positive changes. Many New Year's resolutions revolve around developing better eating habits. “You are what you eat” is far more than an often-quoted cliche. It is one of the most important things you can do to get and stay healthy. Maybe the most important. When people talk about “eating better," they usually vow to consume more fresh fruits and vegetables, or drink more water, or add a few quality supplements to their daily fare. These are all great ideas. But what you don't put in...

Reading Time: 4 minutes Human Growth Hormone (HGH) Replacement Therapy has been repeatedly shown to be a potent weapon in the battle against aging and the afflictions it brings. Our growth hormone treatment regimens are world-class, cutting-edge, safe, and cost-effective. But is there anything else you can do to ensure you receive the maximum benefits from our treatments? YES! Nutrition is crucial, and that means not only what you eat and what you don't eat, but when you eat. What and when you eat at the end of the day can have a large impact on your body. If you eat the right thing...

Reading Time: 9 minutes The definition of fasting is uncomplicated: voluntarily not eating solid food or drinking calorie-containing beverages for a specified period. The practice of fasting has been done for thousands of years for a broad range of reasons. There are several well-known health benefits of fasting. Here is a list of many of them: Fasting improves cognitive functioning. Fasting can make your brain function at a higher, more efficient level. This mental boost is due to an increase of neurons that deliver protection to the mind. This higher functioning makes sense when we consider evolution. Our ancient ancestors survived because their brains...

Reading Time: 8 minutes There are several hormone replacement therapies that our clinics provide: Human Growth Hormone (HGH) Replacement Therapy; Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT), and Sermorelin Replacement Therapy. Research has continually proven time and time again that these powerful treatments work. However, there are many things you can do besides undergoing a hormone replacement regimen to make the treatments more effective...or less. One of the best ways to undermine any hormone therapy is to consume vast amounts of sugar. You've read the statistics...the studies...the personal stories...and you have arrived at a logical conclusion... SUGAR KILLS! Twelve pounds of sugar per year is what the...

Reading Time: 4 minutes "Wherever flaxseed becomes a regular food item among the people, there will be better health," said Mahatma Gandhi. He was Correct. The health benefits of flax have been known for centuries. In the 8th Century, Charlemagne considered flax so vital for health that he passed laws mandating its use. As one of the first medicines, flax was used by Hippocrates himself. Flaxseeds and flaxseed oil are some of the finest sources available for the indispensable omega-3 fatty acid called alpha-linolenic acid. Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is considered an essential fatty acid because the body can't manufacture it on its own --...

Reading Time: 2 minutes If you are trying to lose weight, it makes sense that drinking apple cider vinegar before meals will help you achieve your goals. Keep reading and learn why. Apples are a great source of pectin, and including pectin in your diet can make you feel sated and more satisfied. Since apple cider vinegar contains the same amount of pectin as apples (one apple has about 1.5 grams of pectin), it can similarly suppress your appetite. Also, there is science behind the reason why apple cider vinegar speeds up weight loss even more efficiently than eating raw apples. In general, acids...

Reading Time: 3 minutes A benefit of Human Growth Hormone(HGH) Replacement Therapy is strengthening our bones. In addition to the hormone treatment, our clinic also recommends calcium supplementation. Here are a few of the benefits of healthy levels of calcium. Do Calcium Supplements Help You Grow Taller? Calcium is a critical nutrient for bone structure. If a child doesn't get a minimum amount of calcium, it will directly affect the final adult height. On the other hand, if a child takes in more calcium than recommended, this does not cause the child to grow taller than he would with a regular diet. High levels...

Reading Time: 4 minutes   Beets or remolacha have long been the “Rodney Dangerfield” of vegetables because they are quite often overlooked, and therefore do not get the respect they deserve. However, beets are loaded with benefits, and can even be described as “the gift that just keeps on giving.” Keep reading to learn more about this under-rated but exciting vegetable. Beets are on the Front Line in the War on Osteoporosis Bet you didn't know just how great beets are for battling osteoporosis. This red vegetable is loaded with vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients that play a vital role in maintaining our bone...