Wellness & Research Blog

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Deep breathing for five minutes lowers blood pressure as much as exercise or drugs

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 exercise or drugs

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, according to research

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, according to research

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 and antioxidants are superior to NSAIDs

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 and antioxidants are superior to NSAIDs

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 impairment by 50%

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 impairment by 50%

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 researchers

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 researchers

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 finds

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 finds

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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Study finds most Americans don't get enough Omega-3 EFA, and it's impacting moods

Research published in the British Medical Journal Open has found that the vast majority of Americans do not get adequate amounts of Omega-3 fatty...

Study finds most Americans don't get enough Omega-3 EFA, and it's impacting moods

Research published in the British Medical Journal Open has found that the vast majority of Americans do not get adequate amounts of Omega-3 fatty...

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CDC advises some groups NOT get a vaccine - recommends immune nutrients

Any discussion on not getting a vaccine can cause outrage by vaccine advocates; however, it is important to note that the CDC itself is...

CDC advises some groups NOT get a vaccine - recommends immune nutrients

Any discussion on not getting a vaccine can cause outrage by vaccine advocates; however, it is important to note that the CDC itself is...

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Nitrate intake linked to better muscle function in new Australian study

A new study, published in the The Journal of Nutrition, found that people who consumed a nitrate-rich diet had significantly better muscle function of...

Nitrate intake linked to better muscle function in new Australian study

A new study, published in the The Journal of Nutrition, found that people who consumed a nitrate-rich diet had significantly better muscle function of...

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Almost 14 million Americans suffer from sleep disorders---We have the nutrients that can help

New research published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine has found that an estimated 13.6 million U.S. adults suffer from at least one...

Almost 14 million Americans suffer from sleep disorders---We have the nutrients that can help

New research published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine has found that an estimated 13.6 million U.S. adults suffer from at least one...

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These are stressful times: New research shows omega-3 supplements can help

Omega-3 fatty acids---long known for having anti-inflammatory properties that provide numerous health benefits---may be able to provide yet another benefit that is urgently needed...

These are stressful times: New research shows omega-3 supplements can help

Omega-3 fatty acids---long known for having anti-inflammatory properties that provide numerous health benefits---may be able to provide yet another benefit that is urgently needed...