Early Detection Saves Lives – Colon cancer is highly treatable when detected early, yet many cases are diagnosed at later stages due to lack of screening. Further, we have noticed an increase in colon cancer … Read More
Gut Microbiome Analysis: A New Frontier in Colon Cancer Screening
By: Dr. Terri Petkau Dr. Terri Petkau, PhD is the Chief Operating Officer & Longevity Scientist at Connect Health. A Biomedical Scientist, she specializes in medical genetics, neuroscience, and age-related brain diseases. Terri earned her PhD … Read More
Music – For Therapy?
When my brother transferred to long term care with complex medical and mobility issues, he was given good care and was stabilized. When it became apparent his newly restrained lifestyle in long term care was … Read More
Warming Up Over the Holidays: The Benefits of Sauna Use
As the temperature drops this holiday season, there’s no better way to stay warm than by embracing the heat of a sauna! Not only is it a cozy escape from the chill, but regular sauna … Read More
Bone Health: Early Detection for a Stronger Future
Bone density testing is the most common and accurate method to assess bone health. As we age, our bones naturally begin to lose density, a process that can start as early as our 30’s. … Read More
Glucose Guardians: How Blood Sugar Shapes Cognitive Destiny
Imagine your brain as a bustling metropolis, consuming a staggering 20-25% of your body’s energy while occupying just 2% of its mass. This neural city thrives on glucose, converting it into ATP – the cellular … Read More
Unlocking Bone Health
When discussing bone health, three often underrated nutrients—Vitamin K2, boron, and collagen—play crucial roles that are frequently overlooked. Vitamin K2 Calcium Regulation: Activates proteins that help bind calcium to the bone matrix, strengthening bones and … Read More
Understanding Real Self-Care
Real self-care is a transformative journey of self-discovery and empowerment. At its core, it’s about deeply understanding your true desires and having the courage to say a resounding, unapologetic NO to anything that doesn’t align … Read More
The Healing Power of Nature: Exploring the Molecular Mechanisms of Nature’s Impact on Human Health
There is no separation between us and nature. We know this somehow on a deep intuitive sense whenever we are wandering in an old growth forest, swimming in the waves of the salty sea or … Read More