Our bodies produce mucus as a mechanism of protection, same as it produces saliva and tears. Same as these other bodily fluids, mucus contains an enzyme which helps dissolve pathogens from the environment, food, or attacks on the immunity. This is why the body releases mucus when we eat something […]
Even though visits to the dentist’s office are not our favourite thing to do, we have to go from time to time, whether it is to fix a broken tooth, to remove surplus plaque or too much tartar, resolve gum problems, etc. And, we often spend a small fortune on […]
If we ask people what their pH level is, most of them would probably not know the answer and some might not even know what you are talking about. However, knowing your pH levels is pivotal and may provide important insight into why you are constantly tired or why you […]
Nowadays, there is a lot of talk about acidosis and acidic body, but do we know what this actually means? Namely, our stomach releases acid that is pivotal for the digestive processes and it is known to dissolve the food easily. However, when the gastric glands produce excessive amounts of […]