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Do they know something you don't? Why magnesium is the most popular supplement in Germany

A new German survey, sponsored by the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment in Berlin, found that magnesium was the most consumed individual nutritional supplement...
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Resveratrol is great for the heart and brain, but new study shows why red wine is not the way to get it

For decades now many health-conscious people have included a glass or two of red wine in the evening as part of their "supplement" regimen. This...
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Large European meta-analysis finds Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation helps reduce cognitive decline

As global aging accelerates, the prevalence of cognitive impairment continues to rise. The rise of cognitive impairment is, in turn, challenging healthcare systems around the...
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Researchers at world's largest hospital find Vitamin C supplementation can reduce respiratory infection by 50%

Higher Vitamin C blood serum levels are associated with a reduction of respiratory infections, according to a new Chinese study. The study, which focused on...
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Green tea and Vitamin B3: New study highlights powerful nutrient synergy for brain support

In a new pre-clinical laboratory study, aging brain cells from elderly mice were shown to restore a youthful energy balance within 16 hours following a...
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The Top Nutrients Your Body Craves but Probably Isn’t Getting

As busy schedules, processed meals, stress, and exposure to modern pollutants become more normalized in our everyday lives, they can lead to quiet nutrient gaps....
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Can Antioxidants Help Protect Against Microplastic Damage?

Microplastics have become a growing health concern as research continues to show just how far these particles travel. They’ve been found in drinking water, packaged...
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The amazing history and health benefits of lotus flower

Most people recognize the lotus flower (Nelumbo nucifera) due to it's symbolic representation in both current and ancient religions. It was an omnipresent feature in...
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Extensive antioxidant benefits of Vitamin E includes male infertility support, study finds

There is often confusion between Vitamin E and EFAs, or essential fatty acids. While there is some cross-over on the sources and benefits of the...
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New study on olive leaf extract illustrates why it's been a recognized health aid for millennia

Leaves from the olive tree (Olea europaea) have been used as a medicinal for thousands of years, and represents one of the world's oldest continuously-used...
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The missing component for building and maintaining muscle: vegetables

When it comes to supplementing the nutrients necessary to build muscle, protein, creatine, glutamine, magnesium and isolated amino acids usually top the list. Clearly all...
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As studies mount, researchers estimate microplastics contribute to 356,000 annual heart disease deaths

In 1921 cardiovascular disease (CVD) surpassed pneumonia/influenza to become the leading cause of death in the U.S. It has held that position ever since, including...
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Avoiding Adderall: The safer natural stimulants used by America's pro athletes and top executives

A 2024 study of emergency room admissions found that individuals who are taking high doses of Adderall and other amphetamines face a whopping five-fold increased...
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Supplementing evolved a lot in 3,500 years, and Custom Nutrient Paks may be the best improvement yet

If you think nutritional supplements are something new, think again. Supplements in a a pill or tablet form go back about 3,500 years, and liquids...
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Study identifies best fiber supplement for the 94% of Americans who aren't getting enough dietary fiber

According to a 2021 study, 94% of Americans don't consume enough fiber. Considering the popularity of low-carb diets today, this statistic isn't surprising; after all,...
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Focusing on the growing fertility epidemic: Study shows microplastics exposure is a primary culprit

In a recent blog post we discussed the needless concern over the estrogen-like effects that soybean products are thought to pass on to humans. This...
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If you're avoiding soy because you're afraid of the "estrogen effect," this study is for you

Soy intake in Asian countries is about five times higher than in the U.S. Part of the reason for this is because of culture. Japanese...
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News media says there's no way to remove microplastics from the body---research says otherwise

Microplastics are in the news a lot lately, and for good reason. After twenty years of warnings from "conspiracy theory people" on the periphery, the...
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