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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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From heart to brain: Evidence mounts regarding damage microplastics cause to human body

A mind-numbing study published in early February has made headlines around the world: The average human brain now contains approximately seven grams of microplastics. According...
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Undeniable: Studies from around the world link ultra-processed food consumption to Type 2 diabetes

A growing body of scientific evidence shows that regular consumption of ultra-processed foods leads to a higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Type 2...
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Study shows new enzyme can destroy or degrade phthalates and other harmful substances

Modern society is inarguably toxic. Each day we are exposed to thousands of toxic substances, many of which wreak havoc in our bodies. Of these...
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Debunking the Myth: Are Supplements Really Unregulated?

A special report by Optimal Health Systems: On March 18, 2024, Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois announced that he intends to reintroduce his failed 2022...
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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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Mainstream media says supplements are mostly worthless; over 90% of pro athletes disagree

According to a widely distributed 2022 report, supplements are "useless for most people." The report was widely parroted in the usual places---U.S. News and World...
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Senate resolution recognizes vital health role of nutritional supplements, other natural products

When tourists from the U.S. visit Asian countries they are often shocked by the amount of medical freedom enjoyed in these "backward"countries. Not only can...
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Quercetin shown to improve Covid-19 recovery in new study

Quercetin may be the latest nutrient to offer hope in reducing the symptoms of Covid-19. In a test of Covid-19 patients in Pakistan, a one-week...
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B-vitamins provide immune benefits including Covid-19 protection, researchers say

According to new research, supplementing with key B-vitamins provide general immune protection and protection against Covid-19 specifically. The research was conducted by examining the B-vitamin...
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Folic acid supplements may lower cardiovascular risks in patients with type 2 diabetes

A new randomized controlled clinical trial from Egypt found that folic acid supplements lowered cardiovascular risks in patients with type 2 diabetes. The risk level...
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Long-term daily supplementing study reaches 30-year point, finds notable benefits

New research published in the International Journal for Vitamin and Nutrition Research found that long-term daily supplement users had a "better cardiometabolic health profile" than...
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America's use of nutritional supplements grows to 77% of population

A nationwide survey has found the number of Americans taking nutritional supplements has grown to 77%. An almost equal number---76%---report they have trust in the...
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Tips and tools to get started on your own research

When it comes to health, nutrition and disease there is a lot of diversity of thought. That's the nice way to say there is bitter...
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New Research Shows Dangerous Truth About Tylenol

For those of you that read our special health reports, you know that we have been presenting the solid research for decades about Tylenol and...
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“You Need More Fat,” Said No One Ever—Except OHS

Dr. Tori Hudson, N.D. stated, “Estimates have been given that approximately 80% of Americans consume a diet deficient in essential fatty acids. Essential fatty acids...
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Sometimes Stress Needs Some Oxygen

Stress and anxiety are pretty good at cramping out ability to breathe. Sometimes it’s as extreme as hyperventilating. Other times our bodies are so tense...
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Chemotherapy Is Necessary… to AVOID

After decades of giving chemotherapy to women for breast cancer and being told it was a necessity, the public now discovers what many of us...
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