The Johnson Center for Health

After nearly 2 years of mask-wearing, a lot of us are wondering when we’ll finally be able to shelf those perky masks once and for all. Hopefully, the end is near. In this blog, we'll tell you what the experts are saying about when we can stop wearing masks, what we know about new variants, and how to handle the upcoming holiday season. What the experts are saying: All of the experts on COVID-19 agree that wearing a mask is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of the di

For many of us, Thanksgiving can be one of the hardest holidays to stick to your normal fitness routine and nutritional habits. And while sometimes the splurge is well worth it, we’ve compiled a list of 6 ways to enjoy your Thanksgiving without feeling regret on Black Friday! 1. Take your Acetyl L-Carnitine first thing in the morning! Acetyl L-Carnitine is an amino acid and one of the primary components required for your body to burn fat. Without it, your body will cease fat

Have you heard of Acetyl L-Carnitine? Probably not. But you’re going to wish you had. This critical amino acid could actually be the key to your weight loss, improved brain function, and overall optimal health. What is Acetyl L-Carnitine? Acetyl L-Carnitine or (ALCAR) is an amino acid naturally produced by the body. It is made from L-carnitine, a chemical made in the brain, liver, and kidneys. While technically an amino acid, ALCAR is not used to make proteins, rather, it ser

Does an apple a day really keep the doctor away? Unfortunately, the answer is a little more complicated. For years, researchers have been trying to understand the complex link between the food we eat and how it affects our immune system. Most researchers have come to the consensus that “a person’s overall nutrition status, state of nourishment, and pattern of intake (comprised of foods, nutrients, and non-nutritive bioactive compounds) impact the functioning of the immune sys

Pop Quiz! What do taking cold showers, swimming in a freezing pool, and drinking ice-cold water all have in common? They’re all forms of cold thermogenesis! In recent years, cold thermogenesis has made serious waves in the health field; due to its great benefits! Cold thermogenesis has been linked to reduced inflammation, regulating body fat, boosting the immune system, and neuroprotective benefits! In this blog, we’ll break it all down for you and tell you how you can easily

We all know the feeling. You feel swollen, gassy, and just all around uncomfortable. Luckily, there are natural (and easy) ways to quickly get rid of your bloating when it occurs and prevent it all together. Bloating 101: Unfortunately, bloating is a common sensation for most of us. It’s characterized by the swollen feeling in your belly that typically occurs after eating. Bloating is usually caused by excess gas production or disturbances of the muscle movements in the diges