After two decades of drinking caffeinated beverages, I never imagined quitting. I was in complete denial about any negative effects, convinced that my relatively modest intake—one tablespoon of ground coffee (pour-over method) in the morning and a yerba mate (50 mg of caffeine) a few hours later — was minimal compared to others. What was [...]
At-Home Hormone Testing DUTCH Complete is a hormone test offered by Precision Analytical (DUTCH) that measures a comprehensive range of hormones and their metabolites in dried urine samples. This test is intended for both men and women. This test is popular among integrative health practitioners and some endocrinologists, though it’s typically not covered by health […]
In this post, I’ll review Quince Italian leather bags, covering quality, craftsmanship, and value. I'll share details and photos of three bags — two sent by Quince and one I bought myself. As an affiliate, I will earn a commission if you purchase through my links, at no extra cost to you. I only recommend [...]
2023 saw a record-breaking 10,000 papers retracted, according to an analysis by Nature. These retractions represent a disturbing trend, raising concerns about research misconduct and the prevalence of false research. Many retractions go unnoticed by the scientific community and the public. Here we're going to look into the current issues surrounding scientific paper retractions. Why [...]
Rebounding: Low-Impact, High-Reward If you want to workout smarter, not harder, rebounding is a great option! My usual routine of vintage P90x workouts felt a bit monotonous, so I needed a change. After much research, I decided to make my purchase and jump into this low-impact, high-reward activity called rebounding. Rebounding, also known as mini […]
This post may contain affiliate links & I will earn a small commission if you purchase through them. My Experiment Timeline 11-8-23: Began using Rogaine (Minoxidil). For the first 3 months of treatment, I applied it 1x nightly about 5 days a week. For the following 2 months, I only used it 2-3x per week, [...]