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Vitamin K2 helps prevent Alzheimer's, according to new research

According to new research published in Nutrients, the vitamin known primarily for heart and bone benefits--Vitamin K2---may also be highly beneficial in preventing Alzheimer's...

Vitamin K2 helps prevent Alzheimer's, according to new research

According to new research published in Nutrients, the vitamin known primarily for heart and bone benefits--Vitamin K2---may also be highly beneficial in preventing Alzheimer's...

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Having low Omega-3 level reduces life expectancy as much as smoking

Most people know that Omega-3 essential fatty acids are important for maintaining cardiovascular health, but they might be surprised to learn just how important...

Having low Omega-3 level reduces life expectancy as much as smoking

Most people know that Omega-3 essential fatty acids are important for maintaining cardiovascular health, but they might be surprised to learn just how important...

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Glucosamine not just for joints: New research highlights gut benefit

Glucosamine is recognized by most for it's joint support properties, but a new scientific trial has shown it is also beneficial for promoting intestinal...

Glucosamine not just for joints: New research highlights gut benefit

Glucosamine is recognized by most for it's joint support properties, but a new scientific trial has shown it is also beneficial for promoting intestinal...

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Move over anti-aging creams: Study finds probiotics and phytonutrie...

According to new research, a diet that includes probiotics and phytonutrients can make you look and feel younger in as little as eight weeks....

Move over anti-aging creams: Study finds probiotics and phytonutrie...

According to new research, a diet that includes probiotics and phytonutrients can make you look and feel younger in as little as eight weeks....

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Is taking a vitamin/mineral supplement important? 80% of pharmacist...

According to a new survey, 80% of pharmacists in the U.S. take vitamin/mineral supplements to support their overall health. It typically takes six years...

Is taking a vitamin/mineral supplement important? 80% of pharmacist...

According to a new survey, 80% of pharmacists in the U.S. take vitamin/mineral supplements to support their overall health. It typically takes six years...

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Deep breathing for five minutes lowers blood pressure as much as ex...

Conducting breathing exercises for just five minutes per day lowers blood pressure as well as---and in some cases, more than---aerobic exercise or medication, a...

Deep breathing for five minutes lowers blood pressure as much as ex...

Conducting breathing exercises for just five minutes per day lowers blood pressure as well as---and in some cases, more than---aerobic exercise or medication, a...

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Balancing ratio of Omega-6 to Omega-3 fats lowers chronic pain, acc...

A new study has found that a typical Western diet high in Omega-6 oils increases the risk of chronic pain. Meanwhile, reversing this diet,...

Balancing ratio of Omega-6 to Omega-3 fats lowers chronic pain, acc...

A new study has found that a typical Western diet high in Omega-6 oils increases the risk of chronic pain. Meanwhile, reversing this diet,...

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Celebrating 25 years: The watershed research that proved enzymes an...

Today the anti-inflammatory benefits of proteolytic enzymes and antioxidants are widely known. The CDC website touts the antioxidant benefits of fruits and vegetables, and...

Celebrating 25 years: The watershed research that proved enzymes an...

Today the anti-inflammatory benefits of proteolytic enzymes and antioxidants are widely known. The CDC website touts the antioxidant benefits of fruits and vegetables, and...

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Seniors who eat mushrooms regularly reduce odds of mild cognitive i...

If you were born in America, you probably heard "Eat your vegetables" on a regular basis when you were growing up. But if you...

Seniors who eat mushrooms regularly reduce odds of mild cognitive i...

If you were born in America, you probably heard "Eat your vegetables" on a regular basis when you were growing up. But if you...

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Low Vitamin D associated with depressive symptoms, German study finds

A tragic side effect of pandemic lockdowns has been skyrocketing rates of depression and other psychological disorders. Ironically, the nutrient found to be so...

Low Vitamin D associated with depressive symptoms, German study finds

A tragic side effect of pandemic lockdowns has been skyrocketing rates of depression and other psychological disorders. Ironically, the nutrient found to be so...

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Eating more fruit and vegetables linked to less stress, say researc...

You probably know the antioxidants in fruits and vegetables are powerful immune building nutrients, but did you know they are also a powerful antidote...

Eating more fruit and vegetables linked to less stress, say researc...

You probably know the antioxidants in fruits and vegetables are powerful immune building nutrients, but did you know they are also a powerful antidote...

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Infant gut health so important it even affects motor skills, study ...

Most people now know that a healthy gut microbiome is essential for human health; however, most people don't know that this important aspect of...

Infant gut health so important it even affects motor skills, study ...

Most people now know that a healthy gut microbiome is essential for human health; however, most people don't know that this important aspect of...

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