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You’ve probably got a bathroom cabinet or kitchen cupboard full of them. If you’re like most people, studies prove you love, love, -love- supplements. In 2015 alone, -Americans spent over $20 billion- on vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other nutrients in a bottle. Don’t shoot the messenger, but you’re probably spending hard-earned money on empty claims, unsubstantiated promises, inferior quality...
February 10, 2023
Most people are unaware that a normal body’s bone density peaks at the age of 30, then the body starts to reabsorb calcium away from its bones. Aging, menopause, and a poor diet can exacerbate bone loss. You may be aware of some ways to keep your bones healthy; you might even be taking your calcium and vitamin D. But are you doing other things that actually hurt without knowing it? Here are 5 ways...
January 21, 2023
When a pregnant person is deficient in any nutrient, so is the baby, and the effects can be persistent. Researchers have long been trying to hoe in on the effects of deficiencies in these cases and have now zeroed in on deficiencies that specifically affect the tiny developing brains of fetuses. And in one surprise result, they’ve found vitamin D could be vital to our intelligence. Vitamin D and the...
December 14, 2022
Immune system support is important all the time, but in the time of a pandemic, this is especially true now. Most of us are doing what we can to stay safe and healthy, but are there actions we can take to support our bodies that go beyond simply eating well and finding the discipline to exercise? Some herbs and vitamins could boost the immune system, giving the body its best shot at potentially fighting...
March 9, 2022
Since it's summer time, you might assume you will get enough vitamin D from the sun. But that is likely not the case. Vitamin D insufficiency now is thought to affect 30 to 50 percent of the world’s population. 1 - , - The main source of vitamin D for most people is the sun, but achieving adequate levels of vitamin D via sunlight can be difficult depending on your geographical location, skin color,...
December 5, 2021
Finding the right balance of vitamins and nutrients in our diets can be tricky, and we might not always see the immediate signs when our bodies are lacking. Deficiencies can show themselves in different ways, and symptoms can sometimes be vague or easy to brush off or ignore. It’s important to pay attention when we notice any changes to how we feel or function, although some signs are bigger red flags...
September 5, 2021
We have so much to learn about the ways we use vitamins. We know that vitamin D helps our bones absorb calcium, but this vital nutrient is important for more than just bone health. It also plays a role in the immune system, controlling a few different factors—including some that could influence how sick someone gets if they catch COVID-19. Check this out. COVID-19 as Winter Approaches - Viruses might...
December 7, 2020
Are you hoping to get more natural vitamin D in your life but fear you may face skin damage in the process? You don’t have to sacrifice the benefits to reduce your risks. Getting enough of the essential vitamin is actually pretty simple, and for many, supplements may still be avoidable if that's your choice. Contrary to popular belief, most people can get plenty of vitamin D from sunlight, even with...
August 20, 2019
Over -three-quarters- of all American adults take some form of supplement. Many view them as part of a healthy daily regimen, but vitamin supplements might not be all we’ve been led to believe. Some may even be doing more harm than good. The evidence against using vitamin supplements has been mounting, and it seems as though we might be wasting our money. The vitamins we’re most likely to be deficient...
June 25, 2019
According to the -National Institutes of Health-, approximately 41.6% of the US population has a vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin D deficiencies can be linked to lower energy levels, and immune system function as well as a number of diseases, including multiple sclerosis, IBD (inflammatory bowel disease) and cancer. Are you getting enough vitamin D for optimal health? - How the Body Makes and Uses Vitamin...
June 6, 2019
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