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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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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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Studies say: Bet on beta-glucans for immune support

Beta-glucans are naturally occurring polysaccharides---a class of carbohydrates. They are found in cereal grains, yeast, fungi and algae. While whole cereal grains and fungal plants...
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Ice fountain of youth? One week of cold plunges slows down aging at cellular level, study finds

Cold plunges---also known as cold therapy and cold water immersion---have numerous health benefits. Studies have shown that taking a plunge into cold water can aid...
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How important is quality sleep? Study finds a single disruptive night can compromise the immune system

You've probably thought of insomnia as a minor annoyance that just leaves you tired and less productive the next day. But according to a new...
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Elderberry: The world's favorite immune boosting nutrient also proffers a fat-burning benefit

At the start of a new year just about everyone has the same two health goals: keep the immune system strong in the heart of...
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A healthy gut with the right microbes can lower cholesterol, according to U.S. research

Maintaining a healthy gut microbiome as been linked to better health in a number of areas. In 2024 alone studies have demonstrated a positive association...
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Study shows ashwagandha should be one of your go-to nutrients for holiday season stress

A 2023 survey by the American Psychological Association found that 89 percent of U.S. adults feel stressed during the holiday season. "Holiday season" typically refers...
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How Ashwagandha Can Enhance Your Memory and Focus in 30 Days

According to market tracking data, an herb that has beed used medicinally for millennia---ashwagandha---has soared in popularity in recent years. Herb Market Report states that...
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Are the benefits of probiotics endless? The research continues to pile up in 2024!

The evidence that probiotics affect just about every aspect of health has accumulated significantly in recent years, and this year is no exception. In early...
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Pass Grandma the mushrooms: Study finds reishi extract improves immune function in older women

Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) is a type of mushroom that enjoys a long history in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Written records document medicinal use of reishi...
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Colostrum boosts immune system and helps maintain athletic performance, Polish study finds

According to researchers in Poland, bovine colostrum supplements strengthened the immune systems of athletes and helped them continue their demanding training schedules with more regularity....
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Probiotics for skin health and pain management: New studies highlight lesser-known flora benefits

During the Covid pandemic surveys showed use of probiotic supplements had surged globally. Consumers had already become better informed about the immune benefits of probiotics,...
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Are you forgetting zinc? Researchers say it's 'The most insidious' of all nutrient deficiencies

A collaborative effort by researchers from four countries has fingered an inadequate intake of the mineral zinc as one of the "most devastating nutrient deficiencies"...
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Four years since lockdowns: Covid research highlights the nutrients you'll need for next emergency

March 2024 marks a milestone of sorts: It's the fourth anniversary of the start of America's unprecedented pandemic lockdowns. The anniversary is a good time...
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New Study Highlights Benefits of L-Glutamine for High-Intensity Exercise

According to new research conducted in Taiwan, supplementing with the amino acid L-glutamine has the ability to boost the recovery and performance of athletes following...
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Ashwagandha: twin studies highlight stress relief and energy production benefits

Ashwagandha, also known as winter cherry and Indian ginseng, is an evergreen shrub in the Solanaceae or nightshade family. Ashwagandha grows in India, the Middle...
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Cold plunge therapy not just for athletes---check out these 5 health benefits

You may have seen a locker room video of professional athletes submerging into an ice bath after a big game. This routine is referred to...
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