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Anaemia

Importance of NAD highlighted with new study linking low level to anemia

"NAD" is an acronym for Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide. NAD is an enzyme, or more accurately a co-enzyme, central to metabolism. It is found in...

Importance of NAD highlighted with new study linking low level to anemia

"NAD" is an acronym for Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide. NAD is an enzyme, or more accurately a co-enzyme, central to metabolism. It is found in...

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Study finds antibiotics disrupt gut microbiome, create cycle of chronic infection

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, half the women in the U.S. will have a urinary tract infection (UTI) during their...

Study finds antibiotics disrupt gut microbiome, create cycle of chronic infection

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, half the women in the U.S. will have a urinary tract infection (UTI) during their...

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Study finds potent trio lowers cancer risk: Vitamin D3, Omega-3s and exercise

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), regular exercise reduces the risk of eight types of cancer. Now, according to a...

Study finds potent trio lowers cancer risk: Vitamin D3, Omega-3s and exercise

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), regular exercise reduces the risk of eight types of cancer. Now, according to a...

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When it comes to falling asleep, research shows it's REM and "continuity" sleep that matter most

When people can't fall asleep they typically reach for an over-the-counter sleep medication, or alcohol. In more severe cases they obtain a prescription for...

When it comes to falling asleep, research shows it's REM and "continuity" sleep that matter most

When people can't fall asleep they typically reach for an over-the-counter sleep medication, or alcohol. In more severe cases they obtain a prescription for...

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Collagen--improving joint pain while helping your skin look younger!

Supplementation with a collagen supplement improves flexibility and joint pain, according to a new human clinical study. The study was conducted jointly by researchers...

Collagen--improving joint pain while helping your skin look younger!

Supplementation with a collagen supplement improves flexibility and joint pain, according to a new human clinical study. The study was conducted jointly by researchers...

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"Blue Zones" were first identified two decades ago. What have we learned?

As the concept of "Blue Zones" approaches its 20th birthday, it may be beneficial to take a new look at the health principles highlighted...

"Blue Zones" were first identified two decades ago. What have we learned?

As the concept of "Blue Zones" approaches its 20th birthday, it may be beneficial to take a new look at the health principles highlighted...

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With pandemic censorship in decline, elderberry immune benefits can be reported again

A couple of months makes a lot of difference. Just 60 days ago if you suggested elderberry could help battle COVID you'd promptly be...

With pandemic censorship in decline, elderberry immune benefits can be reported again

A couple of months makes a lot of difference. Just 60 days ago if you suggested elderberry could help battle COVID you'd promptly be...

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Nagalase: Reduce it to improve your immune system and protect your thyroid

Nagalase is an enzyme with the technical chemical name alpha-N-acetylgalactosaminidase. It has an important role in the body and is essential for optimal health;...

Nagalase: Reduce it to improve your immune system and protect your thyroid

Nagalase is an enzyme with the technical chemical name alpha-N-acetylgalactosaminidase. It has an important role in the body and is essential for optimal health;...

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Can kelp and bladder wrack help solve the hypothyroidism pandemic?

In 2013 a special feature in the Huffington Post asked, "What's Behind the Secret Epidemic of Hypothyroidism?" It was termed "secret" since millions of...

Can kelp and bladder wrack help solve the hypothyroidism pandemic?

In 2013 a special feature in the Huffington Post asked, "What's Behind the Secret Epidemic of Hypothyroidism?" It was termed "secret" since millions of...

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

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 herbal support

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

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Vitamin D supplementing a promising treatment for Parkinson's disease, review finds

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 disease, review finds

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...

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

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 supplement?

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