Ephi Lu

Diabetes Type II

Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by persistent hyperglycemia resulting from a combination of insulin resistance and progressive dysfunction of…

Suicidal Ideation

Suicidal ideation refers to thoughts, considerations, or preoccupations with ending one’s own life, ranging from fleeting, passive thoughts (e.g., wishing not to wake up)…

Neurodegeneration

Neurodegeneration is the progressive loss of structure or function of neurons in the central or peripheral nervous system, ultimately leading to neuronal dysfunction and…

Blue Zones

Blue Zones are geographic regions identified by researchers Dan Buettner, Gianni Pes, and Michel Poulain as having unusually high concentrations of individuals who live…

Longevity Diet

The Longevity Diet is a dietary framework developed by biogerontologist Valter Longo and colleagues, designed to promote healthy aging, extend healthspan, and reduce the…

Body Mass Index (BMI)

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a numerical measure of body size calculated as an individual’s weight in kilograms divided by the square of their…

The Startling Link Between Sugar and Alzheimer’s

Cognitive Behavior Therapy Tops Other Psychotherapies in Reducing Inflammation

Probiotics Lower Rehospitalization Rates in Bipolar Disorder

Fast Food Makes the Immune System More Aggressive in the Long Term

Stabilize Your Mood with Food

: hormonal destabilization, inflammation/ oxidation, and insulin resistance.

A Closer Look at the Importance of Gut Mechanisms in Depression