Author: Jason
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Ode to the Paw Paw Tree
The paw paw tree, native to eastern North America, holds significant historical and cultural value, having been a staple for Native Americans and recognized by figures like Thomas Jefferson. Its tasty fruit, ecologically vital and increasingly sought after, faces challenges in cultivation and distribution. Reviving interest highlights its culinary potential and environmental importance.
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Postbiotic Metabolites
The human gut microbiome is a bustling ecosystem of trillions of microorganisms. It has become a focal point in modern health science. You likely have heard discussion of probiotics and maybe even prebiotics, but have you heard about postbiotic metabolites? They are the latest and maybe most intriguing components of the gut microbiome currently being…
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Maintaining Eye Health
I have suffered from pretty severe myopia for most of my life. Long ago, I just accepted that my eyes would likely keep getting worse. Surprisingly, my prescription has remained unchanged for the last decade! Even though every year, my eye doctor tells me, “this is probably the year you’ll need reading glasses”, so far,…
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Healthy Dessert Challenge: Peanut Butter Cookies
In the first 2025 issue of Fermenting Solutions I laid out a goal for creating a “Healthy Dessert“. Ultimately, I plan on actually creating several, but the first one that I am trying to perfect are Peanut Butter Cookies. This recipe isn’t quite yet perfected, but I consider it good enough to share at this…
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Siphox Health Review
If you’ve been following along for a bit, you might remember that January is one of the months that I always do bloodwork to track the impact of the various health related experiments I do over the year. This month, in addition to my normal work done by InsideTracker, I also tested out a new…
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How to Be Productive
In today’s fast-paced world, being productive is crucial for achieving success in both personal and professional life. With numerous tasks competing for our attention, it’s easy to get bogged down and lose focus. However, by implementing a few simple yet effective strategies, you can significantly boost your productivity and accomplish more in less time. How…
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Improving Indoor Air Quality
Improving Indoor Air Quality: A Step-by-Step Guide Winter is coming! I’ve been insulating and sealing everything in my home as a way to reduce heating/cooling costs. Due to this, less fresh air is now actively being pulled into my house. Because of this, I’ve been thinking a lot more about making sure the air inside…
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Training the Inspiratory Muscles: A Review of the O2Trainer
In the realm of fitness and wellness, training your respiratory muscles has gained significant attention in recent years. These muscles, comprising the diaphragm and accessory muscles, play a vital function in facilitating efficient breathing. A few months ago, I started using the O2Trainer to enhance my breathing capabilities and overall performance. In this blog post,…
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Cold Water Immersion
Embrace the Chill: Unleashing the Joys of Cold Water Immersion In the realm of personal wellness, few practices have gained as much attention and popularity as cold water immersion. This technique is accessible to everyone. It has been embraced by athletes, mental health advocates, and everyday individuals looking to supercharge their physical and mental well-being. …
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Tracking Health and Performance Metrics
I remember reading about the Quantified Self movement in the early 2000s. Even though this was something that people were experimenting with for years, I felt that it was a revolutionary approach to understanding and improving our health and well-being. In the early days, it was difficult to collect and analyze all of the data…