Wellness & Research Blog

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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...

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...

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Athletes perform better when they have a healthy gut microbiome, study finds

Almost every serious athlete follows a supplement regimen to support his or her particular endeavor---be it endurance, speed, muscle gain, flexibility or mental clarity....

Athletes perform better when they have a healthy gut microbiome, study finds

Almost every serious athlete follows a supplement regimen to support his or her particular endeavor---be it endurance, speed, muscle gain, flexibility or mental clarity....

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Hops lowers pain and reduces pain-associated sleep disruptions, study finds

Many consumers are aware that blossums from the hops plant (Humulus lupulus) are used in the beer brewing industry to add flavor to the...

Hops lowers pain and reduces pain-associated sleep disruptions, study finds

Many consumers are aware that blossums from the hops plant (Humulus lupulus) are used in the beer brewing industry to add flavor to the...

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In midst of antidepressant epidemic, Vitamin B6 supplements found to reduce depression and anxiety

Depression rates and sales of anti-depressants are soaring in the U.S. and worldwide, but new research is revealing that micronutrients can often provide relief---without...

In midst of antidepressant epidemic, Vitamin B6 supplements found to reduce depression and anxiety

Depression rates and sales of anti-depressants are soaring in the U.S. and worldwide, but new research is revealing that micronutrients can often provide relief---without...

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We know soda pop is unhealthy, but studies reveal drinking soda on a hot day is down right lethal!

Many studies have linked the regular consumption of soda pop with increased odds of early death. These studies typically focus on the damage caused...

We know soda pop is unhealthy, but studies reveal drinking soda on a hot day is down right lethal!

Many studies have linked the regular consumption of soda pop with increased odds of early death. These studies typically focus on the damage caused...

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U.S. women now rank only 47th in height, but new study shows protein increase can offset decline

In 1914, U.S. men were the third-tallest in the world. Only a couple of Scandinavian countries---where the Vikings used to reign---had men that were...

U.S. women now rank only 47th in height, but new study shows protein increase can offset decline

In 1914, U.S. men were the third-tallest in the world. Only a couple of Scandinavian countries---where the Vikings used to reign---had men that were...

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Resveratrol cuts hospitalization rate for COVID outpatients, study finds

A new double-blind, placebo-controlled study has found that resveratrol can be used therapeutically to cut the rate of hospitalization for people diagnosed with COVID-19....

Resveratrol cuts hospitalization rate for COVID outpatients, study finds

A new double-blind, placebo-controlled study has found that resveratrol can be used therapeutically to cut the rate of hospitalization for people diagnosed with COVID-19....

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94% of adults don't get enough fiber, increasing their risk of chronic diseases

A whopping 94% of American don't get enough fiber in their diet. This is the conclusion from averaging two major recent studies. A study...

94% of adults don't get enough fiber, increasing their risk of chronic diseases

A whopping 94% of American don't get enough fiber in their diet. This is the conclusion from averaging two major recent studies. A study...

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Licorice root: researchers find promising cancer curing potential in new study

The immune benefits of licorice root may play a role in preventing or treating certain types of cancer, according to a new study. The...

Licorice root: researchers find promising cancer curing potential in new study

The immune benefits of licorice root may play a role in preventing or treating certain types of cancer, according to a new study. The...

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Studies show the mineral selenium can lengthen cell telomeres---lowering your 'biological age'

"Biological age" is a measure of how well or poorly your body is functioning relative to your actual chronological age. It is a measure...

Studies show the mineral selenium can lengthen cell telomeres---lowering your 'biological age'

"Biological age" is a measure of how well or poorly your body is functioning relative to your actual chronological age. It is a measure...

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Are you supplementing? New study finds majority of Americans think their diet is healthier than it is

Taking a regimen of nutritional supplements may be more important than ever. According to new research, most people are not able to accurately assess...

Are you supplementing? New study finds majority of Americans think their diet is healthier than it is

Taking a regimen of nutritional supplements may be more important than ever. According to new research, most people are not able to accurately assess...

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Ashwagandha may be the herb that "smells like a horse"---But research shows it can also make you as healthy as one

Ashwagandha might be the most versatile, potent and widely-used herb in the sphere of  natural healing and nutritional support. Ashwagandha is an evergreen shrub...

Ashwagandha may be the herb that "smells like a horse"---But research shows it can also make you as healthy as one

Ashwagandha might be the most versatile, potent and widely-used herb in the sphere of  natural healing and nutritional support. Ashwagandha is an evergreen shrub...