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Expert testimony to congress: Americans deficient in vitamins A, C and D, and the mineral zinc

A little known advisory committee in the U.S. congress is the Congressional Dietary Supplement Caucus. It is currently comprised of 34 house reps and...

Expert testimony to congress: Americans deficient in vitamins A, C and D, and the mineral zinc

A little known advisory committee in the U.S. congress is the Congressional Dietary Supplement Caucus. It is currently comprised of 34 house reps and...

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Link between Vitamin K2 deficiency and COVID-19 mortality found in New Zealand study

In a new research paper published in Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology scientists have attempted to explain the association between Vitamin K2 deficiency and recovery...

Link between Vitamin K2 deficiency and COVID-19 mortality found in New Zealand study

In a new research paper published in Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology scientists have attempted to explain the association between Vitamin K2 deficiency and recovery...

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Study finds surprising new benefit of glucosamine and chondroitin: a reduction in overall death rate

Consumers who take a glucosamine and chondroitin supplement for joint health might be receiving surprising additional benefits: a healthier cardiovascular system and a longer...

Study finds surprising new benefit of glucosamine and chondroitin: a reduction in overall death rate

Consumers who take a glucosamine and chondroitin supplement for joint health might be receiving surprising additional benefits: a healthier cardiovascular system and a longer...

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Over 80 percent of COVID-19 patients have Vitamin D deficiency in Spanish study

The effectiveness of Vitamin D in battling COVID-19 is being reinforced by new research from around the world almost weekly. Sadly, though, this information...

Over 80 percent of COVID-19 patients have Vitamin D deficiency in Spanish study

The effectiveness of Vitamin D in battling COVID-19 is being reinforced by new research from around the world almost weekly. Sadly, though, this information...

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Three grape seed studies published in 2020 you should know about

With new research emerging yearly, grape seed is reaching a new level of popularity with supplement buying consumers. With the lifestyle challenges everyone faces...

Three grape seed studies published in 2020 you should know about

With new research emerging yearly, grape seed is reaching a new level of popularity with supplement buying consumers. With the lifestyle challenges everyone faces...

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Common household chemicals destroy healthy gut bacteria, according to study

If you've ever wondered whether or not it's a good idea to take a probiotic supplement, you need to look no further than the...

Common household chemicals destroy healthy gut bacteria, according to study

If you've ever wondered whether or not it's a good idea to take a probiotic supplement, you need to look no further than the...

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The "super nutrient" that reduces heart failure risk by 42% -- quality sleep

When it comes to sleep, you should think of it as a nutrient. That's because just about every bodily function depends on getting appropriate...

The "super nutrient" that reduces heart failure risk by 42% -- quality sleep

When it comes to sleep, you should think of it as a nutrient. That's because just about every bodily function depends on getting appropriate...

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New Zealand study proves synthetic Vitamin C (ascorbate) is inferior to whole foods

Vitamin C was first identified in 1912, but wasn't chemically produced---or synthesized---until 1933. And since that time there has been a debate over whether...

New Zealand study proves synthetic Vitamin C (ascorbate) is inferior to whole foods

Vitamin C was first identified in 1912, but wasn't chemically produced---or synthesized---until 1933. And since that time there has been a debate over whether...

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Study finds elderly patients taking Vitamin D supplements more likely to survive COVID-19

A new study from France has found that elderly COVID-19 patients who were previously taking Vitamin D supplements had a better chance of surviving...

Study finds elderly patients taking Vitamin D supplements more likely to survive COVID-19

A new study from France has found that elderly COVID-19 patients who were previously taking Vitamin D supplements had a better chance of surviving...

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"Synergy" of vitamins D and K shown to lower risk of all-cause mortality

Researchers reviewing data from a 16-year population based study have demonstrated a link between low blood concentrations of vitamins D and K and an...

"Synergy" of vitamins D and K shown to lower risk of all-cause mortality

Researchers reviewing data from a 16-year population based study have demonstrated a link between low blood concentrations of vitamins D and K and an...

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Turmeric shown to be effective for osteoarthritis pain in new Australian study

According to a new placebo-controlled clinical trial from Australia, turmeric  was effective as a therapy for osteoarthritis. The researchers reported that turmeric was beneficial...

Turmeric shown to be effective for osteoarthritis pain in new Australian study

According to a new placebo-controlled clinical trial from Australia, turmeric  was effective as a therapy for osteoarthritis. The researchers reported that turmeric was beneficial...

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High sugar intake promotes aggressive behavior and bipolar disorder, according to new research

New research has discovered that conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity syndrome (ADHD), bipolar disorder, and even basic aggressive behaviors may be linked with...

High sugar intake promotes aggressive behavior and bipolar disorder, according to new research

New research has discovered that conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity syndrome (ADHD), bipolar disorder, and even basic aggressive behaviors may be linked with...