Marco Dregni

4 weeks ago | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Heidi Wachter |Kara Douglass Thom |Marco Dregni

Your body uses food as an energy source by breaking down macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, and fats) into smaller molecules — namely glucose, amino acids, and fatty acids. It then uses them to produce adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the body’s primary energy currency. There are several ways your body turns what you eat into what you do.

Aug 6, 2024 | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Lauren Bedosky |Michael Dregni |Marco Dregni

To reach your next PR — or to simply improve cycling performance — the secret may not be doing another long ride or class. Rather, it may be adding strength and mobility training to your routine. Strength training helps build durable, powerful muscles and stable joints, which translates to better performance, fewer injuries, and improved recovery.

Jul 25, 2024 | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Courtney Helgoe |Laura Fogelberg |Marco Dregni |Chrystle Fiedler

Castor oil is enjoying a moment. On TikTok, more than 100 million videos feature it, with many extolling its virtues. Some promote its topical use for thicker eyelashes and softer skin, while a stunning number celebrate the traditional Ayurvedic practice of navel pulling: pouring castor oil in the belly button before bed to relieve menstrual cramps, improve digestion, or lose unwanted weight.

Mar 22, 2024 | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Marco Dregni |Mark Hyman

Regularly eating large amounts of sugar, particularly added sugar, can trigger cellular inflammation, which can lead to a range of health issues, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, candida overgrowth, and autoimmune disorders. Because sugar activates the brain’s reward center, causing it to release dopamine and beta-endorphins, it can be more addictive than other foods.

Mar 21, 2024 | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Marco Dregni |Ann Bauer |Robert B. Hanson

Mmm, tea! There’s nothing quite like a steaming cup of this ancient elixir for both its calming properties and its caffeine that keeps us alert. These two seemingly opposing qualities have spurred debate: Is it possible the soothing effects of tea are an intrinsic property of the beverage, or is this due instead to the relaxing ritual of making and drinking a cup? L-theanine, an amino acid present in tea leaves, contributes to tea’s rich ­umami taste as well as its peace-­inducing quality.