Health on Omid Farhang

Teaching with Bio-Dynamics: 15-Minute Lab Sessions

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0330

Step-by-step classroom paths for the Bio-Dynamics microbiome sandbox — allergy barrier defense, Candida pH balance, and the pre/pro/postbiotic lifecycle.

The Hidden Depletion: My Journey from 14.2 A1c to Metabolic Recovery

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 01:30:14 +0330

How years of standard medications for blood pressure and diabetes led to silent nutrient deficiencies, and how I reclaimed my health through research and supplementation.

The Circadian Code: Why Your Code Quality Depends on Your Light Exposure

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 02:22:25 +0330

Learn how circadian rhythms and light exposure affect your cognitive performance and code quality. Practical tips for developers to optimize their biological clock.

Conditioned Taste Aversion

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:20:26 +0330

Conditioned taste aversion, sometimes called the Garcia effect in honor of John Garcia who first described its unusual properties, is a powerful and fascinating form of learning. It is not only an interesting phenomenon in behavioral science, it also matters a great deal in medicine, nutrition, oncology, pediatrics, and everyday life. This long-form post explains what conditioned taste aversion is, how and why it happens, how to recognize it, the problems it can cause, ways to prevent and manage it, how it differs from allergies and other food-related issues, and where to look for more detailed scientific and clinical information.

Can Houseplants Compete with Your Humidifier? A Fun Comparison!

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 22:27:47 +0330

When it comes to increasing indoor humidity, most people think of a humidifier. But what if a couple of houseplants, like the Spathiphyllum (peace lily) or the Ficus elastica (rubber plant), could compete? Let’s dive into a fun comparison to see how these popular houseplants stack up against a common cool mist humidifier! 🌿💧

The Competitors

Cool Mist Humidifier
Our modern champion in the battle for indoor humidity! It’s efficient and effective for boosting indoor air moisture quickly.

Probiotics Through the Ages: How Probiotics Benefit Health at Every Life Stage

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 03:36:54 +0330

Probiotics, live beneficial bacteria and yeasts, offer significant health benefits across various stages of life. From infancy to old age, probiotics can support digestive health, boost the immune system, promote mental well-being, and even help with skin health. But how does their role evolve as we age, and which probiotics should be taken at different life stages?

Running a session? 15-minute educator guide (life-stage) →

How Probiotics Help with Candidiasis

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 03:09:17 +0330

Candidiasis is an infection caused by an overgrowth of Candida, a type of yeast that naturally exists in the body. When Candida grows uncontrollably, it can lead to various health issues, including oral thrush, vaginal yeast infections, and systemic infections. Probiotics, beneficial bacteria that support gut health, can play a crucial role in managing and preventing Candidiasis. This post explores how probiotics help with Candidiasis, their mechanisms of action, and specific strains that offer the most benefit.

How Probiotics Help with Allergies

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 02:57:14 +0330

Allergies occur when the immune system overreacts to a typically harmless substance, such as pollen, dust, or certain foods. Probiotics, especially certain strains, can help regulate immune responses and alleviate allergic symptoms by influencing the balance of gut bacteria and modulating inflammation.

Running a session? 15-minute educator guide (allergy) →

Unlocking the World of Prebiotics, Probiotics, and Postbiotics: The Complete Guide

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 02:33:09 +0330

In recent years, the terms prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics have gained widespread attention in discussions about health and well-being. These compounds, derived from food and supplements, play a significant role in maintaining gut health and extend benefits to multiple bodily systems. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore what each one is, their categories, the range of health benefits they offer, sources for each, and how they help with common health issues such as allergies, candidiasis, and lactose intolerance.

Molybdenum deficiency is very rare, but not in Iran

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 23:37:43 +0330

What is Molybdenum?

Molybdenum is a chemical element with the symbol Mo and atomic number 42 which is located in period 5 and group 6. The name is from Neo-Latin molybdaenum, which is based on Ancient Greek Μόλυβδος molybdos, meaning lead, since its ores were confused with lead ores.

Why Molybdenum Is an Essential Nutrient

You may not have heard of the trace mineral molybdenum, but it is essential to your health.

Eating foods with saturated fat does not clog the arteries

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 00:55:30 +0330

I’ve been reading an article from medicalnewstoday.com and I found this part interesting:

A team of cardiologists wrote an article stating that eating foods with saturated fat does not clog the arteries, as people once believed. They contend that the “fat free” movement caused higher intakes of carbohydrate foods, including sugars. This might explain why rates of heart disease have increased.

Here is the link to the article mentioned above from BMJ Journal: Saturated fat does not clog the arteries: coronary heart disease is a chronic inflammatory condition, the risk of which can be effectively reduced from healthy lifestyle interventions