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Scientists pinpoint zinc's mechanism for providing immune protection

Zinc deficiency is common. In fact, it's so common that experts estimate approximately two billion people worldwide are deficient. And research has repeatedly shown...

Scientists pinpoint zinc's mechanism for providing immune protection

Zinc deficiency is common. In fact, it's so common that experts estimate approximately two billion people worldwide are deficient. And research has repeatedly shown...

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Five studies showing Vitamin D is a powerful virus fighter

Viruses may be in the news a lot lately, but they are not new. In fact, different viruses are the primary cause of hundreds...

Five studies showing Vitamin D is a powerful virus fighter

Viruses may be in the news a lot lately, but they are not new. In fact, different viruses are the primary cause of hundreds...

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COVID-19 | The nutritional support facts you need to know

Fact: COVID-19 is a virus, and viruses are always more deadly to the elderly and people with compromised immune systems. So, is there anything...

COVID-19 | The nutritional support facts you need to know

Fact: COVID-19 is a virus, and viruses are always more deadly to the elderly and people with compromised immune systems. So, is there anything...

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Vitamin C---just a vitamin in the US, but a treatment for coronaviruses in Asia

This article is intended to report on the use of Vitamin C as a medical treatment in other countries. It is not intended to...

Vitamin C---just a vitamin in the US, but a treatment for coronaviruses in Asia

This article is intended to report on the use of Vitamin C as a medical treatment in other countries. It is not intended to...

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A brief history of licorice root---from King Tut to today's nutritional supplements

Have you ever wondered why licorice root is an ingredient in many whole food supplements? Most people just think of licorice as a chewy...

A brief history of licorice root---from King Tut to today's nutritional supplements

Have you ever wondered why licorice root is an ingredient in many whole food supplements? Most people just think of licorice as a chewy...

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L-Arginine Doesn’t Boost Growth Hormone or Increase Circulation--Unless...

L-arginine truly is a great nutrient for heart health but here’s the thing people overlook: it absolutely needs citrulline and L-ornithine to complete the...

L-Arginine Doesn’t Boost Growth Hormone or Increase Circulation--Unless...

L-arginine truly is a great nutrient for heart health but here’s the thing people overlook: it absolutely needs citrulline and L-ornithine to complete the...

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Western diet linked to lower sperm quality in new study

When it comes to sperm quality, diet is a lot more important than most men realize. According to a recent meta-analysis that included review...

Western diet linked to lower sperm quality in new study

When it comes to sperm quality, diet is a lot more important than most men realize. According to a recent meta-analysis that included review...

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America's most widely used oil causes a host of health issues

New research from University of California Riverside (UCR) shows soybean oil not only leads to obesity and diabetes, but could also contribute to neurological conditions...

America's most widely used oil causes a host of health issues

New research from University of California Riverside (UCR) shows soybean oil not only leads to obesity and diabetes, but could also contribute to neurological conditions...

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Vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy linked to higher ADHD risk for child

A new study is once again demonstrating how critical it is for pregnant women to maintain optimal Vitamin D levels---both for themselves and their...

Vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy linked to higher ADHD risk for child

A new study is once again demonstrating how critical it is for pregnant women to maintain optimal Vitamin D levels---both for themselves and their...

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Low iron level in critical parts of brain linked to reduced cognitive function in new study

Iron is an essential mineral that doesn't receive the attention that "big vitamins" do. This is unfortunate considering there is a virtual epidemic of...

Low iron level in critical parts of brain linked to reduced cognitive function in new study

Iron is an essential mineral that doesn't receive the attention that "big vitamins" do. This is unfortunate considering there is a virtual epidemic of...

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Researchers say Vitamin C level so low in some they have scurvy

Anyone who has worked in the nutrition industry for any length of time has heard a comment that goes something like this: "I don't...

Researchers say Vitamin C level so low in some they have scurvy

Anyone who has worked in the nutrition industry for any length of time has heard a comment that goes something like this: "I don't...

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Branch Chain Amino Acid supplements improve performance in cycling study

A new nine week study on cycling subjects has demonstrated that branch chain amino acids (BCAA) can have a dramatic effect on performance. The...

Branch Chain Amino Acid supplements improve performance in cycling study

A new nine week study on cycling subjects has demonstrated that branch chain amino acids (BCAA) can have a dramatic effect on performance. The...