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Sugar-substitutes

Use zero-calorie sugar substitutes? Research shows your liver needs...

Almost everyone is aware that cancer risk has been linked to the use of some some sugar substitutes. The controversy goes back at least...

Use zero-calorie sugar substitutes? Research shows your liver needs...

Almost everyone is aware that cancer risk has been linked to the use of some some sugar substitutes. The controversy goes back at least...

Vit-D-for-Parkinsons_LR

Vitamin D supplementing a promising treatment for Parkinson's disea...

A new review of current research has determined that Vitamin D supplementation is effective in "slowing the progress" of Parkinson's disease. The review was...

Vitamin D supplementing a promising treatment for Parkinson's disea...

A new review of current research has determined that Vitamin D supplementation is effective in "slowing the progress" of Parkinson's disease. The review was...

Probiotics-dental-health_LR

For good dental health brush teeth daily... and take a probiotic su...

Taking probiotics for teeth and gum health might sound like a somewhat novel idea; however, evidence that has emerged over the past decade appears...

For good dental health brush teeth daily... and take a probiotic su...

Taking probiotics for teeth and gum health might sound like a somewhat novel idea; however, evidence that has emerged over the past decade appears...

Algae-in-test-tube

Plant based EFAs are safer than animal-sourced, but are they as eff...

Essential fatty acids, or EFAs, are fatty acids that humans and other animals must ingest because the body requires them for good health, but...

Plant based EFAs are safer than animal-sourced, but are they as eff...

Essential fatty acids, or EFAs, are fatty acids that humans and other animals must ingest because the body requires them for good health, but...

EyeHealthNutrients-1_LR

Zeaxanthin and lutein supplements improve visual memory and learnin...

A new randomized controlled trial focusing on the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin has revealed measurable improvements for visual episodic memory and visual learning. Lutein...

Zeaxanthin and lutein supplements improve visual memory and learnin...

A new randomized controlled trial focusing on the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin has revealed measurable improvements for visual episodic memory and visual learning. Lutein...

Phytonutrients-two-rows_LR

Phytonutrients reverse cell damage in one study, lower all-cause mo...

A new study from Israel has found that a type of phytonutrient called carotenoids inhibited the secretion of the MMP-1 enzyme---the enzyme responsible for...

Phytonutrients reverse cell damage in one study, lower all-cause mo...

A new study from Israel has found that a type of phytonutrient called carotenoids inhibited the secretion of the MMP-1 enzyme---the enzyme responsible for...

Phytonutrients-words_LR

Phytonutrient... Polyphenol... Flavonoid. What are the differences?...

Numerous epidemiological and clinical studies indicate that a diet rich in fruit, vegetables and herbs improve health in a number of ways. Phytonutrients in...

Phytonutrient... Polyphenol... Flavonoid. What are the differences?...

Numerous epidemiological and clinical studies indicate that a diet rich in fruit, vegetables and herbs improve health in a number of ways. Phytonutrients in...

Ginger_Anti-inflammatory_LR

Ginger: Three studies in 2021 highlight plant's amazing anti-inflam...

Ginger is a flowering plant whose root is widely used as a spice, and, in many cultures, as a traditional medicine. Ginger's scientific name...

Ginger: Three studies in 2021 highlight plant's amazing anti-inflam...

Ginger is a flowering plant whose root is widely used as a spice, and, in many cultures, as a traditional medicine. Ginger's scientific name...

Beta-Glucan-immune_LR

Beta glucan---little known immune nutrient now shown to also protec...

Beta glucans are a group of polysaccharides naturally occurring in the cell walls of cereals, bacteria and fungi. As a soluble fiber, beta glucans...

Beta glucan---little known immune nutrient now shown to also protec...

Beta glucans are a group of polysaccharides naturally occurring in the cell walls of cereals, bacteria and fungi. As a soluble fiber, beta glucans...

Omega-3_and_Vit-D_LR

VITAL study shows major autoimmune benefit from Omega-3 and Vitamin...

A new study conducted at Brigham and Women’s Hospital at Harvard University found that people who took Vitamin D and Omega-3 fatty acids had...

VITAL study shows major autoimmune benefit from Omega-3 and Vitamin...

A new study conducted at Brigham and Women’s Hospital at Harvard University found that people who took Vitamin D and Omega-3 fatty acids had...

Not-for-you_LR

Attacks on supplements continue as California bans sale of weight l...

The California state legislature has approved new legislation that appears to be more about pleasing the pharmaceutical industry than following actual science. The new...

Attacks on supplements continue as California bans sale of weight l...

The California state legislature has approved new legislation that appears to be more about pleasing the pharmaceutical industry than following actual science. The new...

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Magnesium helps relieve diabetes symptoms, Italian meta-analysis co...

A new meta-analysis conducted in Italy has corroborated earlier research that the essential mineral magnesium dramatically reduces diabetes symptoms. The main outcome, according to...

Magnesium helps relieve diabetes symptoms, Italian meta-analysis co...

A new meta-analysis conducted in Italy has corroborated earlier research that the essential mineral magnesium dramatically reduces diabetes symptoms. The main outcome, according to...

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