Sunrise

Sunrise

Every day begins with an amazing sight. Though not as commonly admired as sunsets, due to the time of day, there is so much beauty, hope, and comfort in seeing the most powerful object in our solar system gently awaken our part of the world. Too often, we think of the...
Breakfast

Breakfast

According to some polls, 25 percent of Americans skip breakfast. Of the remaining 75 percent, many of them eat breakfast less than three times a week. Whether people are not hungry, are intermittently fasting, or trying to lose weight, breakfast is the most popular...
Mitochondria – Part 2

Mitochondria – Part 2

Coca-Cola could be thought of as the first energy drink, since it originally contained both caffeine and cocaine. Instead, in 1987, Red Bull was introduced into society as the first in that drink category. It wasn’t until 2005 that the energy drink market exploded to...
Mitochondria

Mitochondria

It was one of the most exciting plays I’ve ever seen. There was a kick-off, and the losing college football team retrieved the ball too far back to feel any hope. As the young man with the ball was being charged, he threw it laterally to a teammate, who was only able...
Cytokines and T Regs

Cytokines and T Regs

The immune system is our internal battalion. However, while it can protect us from a myriad of foes, it can also become an enemy. Autoimmune conditions are examples of immune systems gone rogue. We need an immune system that is vigilant and decisive without...