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Why do fingernails become brittle with age – and what can you really do about it?
While you're making your morning coffee, it happens again: a fingernail tears, even though you were being so careful. What used to be strong and resilient now seems as thin as paper and breaks at the slightest pressure. If you're wondering why your nails aren't as robust as they used to be and what really helps – then you've come to the right place. Brittle fingernails are not an inevitable consequence of aging, but rather a complex interplay of biochemical changes, nutrient

Norman Reffke
Nov 30, 202523 min read


Nattokinase and cardiovascular health: Effects on blood pressure, thrombosis, and vascular protection
Imagine that a traditional Japanese food could hold the key to your optimal cardiovascular health—even though it looks anything but...

Norman Reffke
Aug 26, 202523 min read


Telomeres and mitochondria: Key to the biological clock of our lives
Imagine being able to peer into the cells of your body and discover how a kind of "life clock" ticks—a biological timekeeping system that...

Norman Reffke
Aug 21, 202523 min read


What happens to our cells when we don't drink enough as we age – and can water really stop aging?
Introduction Are you drinking enough today? Are you sure? Thirst diminishes with age – and that's precisely the problem. Our bodies are...

Norman Reffke
Jul 22, 20253 min read


Omega-3 vs. Omega-6 in Nuts: Which Promote Your Health – and Which Fuel Inflammation?
Imagine reaching for what seems like a healthy snack – a handful of nuts – thinking you're doing your body good. But what if I told you that this small decision could make the difference between radiant health and silent inflammation in your body? The secret lies in the invisible fatty acids hidden in every nut that can stage a biochemical drama in your cells. Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids aren't just nutrients – they're molecular messengers that decide between inflammation

Norman Reffke
Jul 17, 202524 min read
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