Archive for 'Nutrition'
DHA: Critical at Any Age
Posted on 06. Apr, 2011 by Robert Abel, Jr., MD.
As a society, we are starving our children. Yet this newest generation to the planet is so obese that children are developing Type 2 diabetes in unprecedented numbers at younger and younger ages. The fast, tasty, easy processed foods that bedeck our glittering food emporia are mostly empty calories that fatten our children while robbing [...]
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Boost Energy and Vitality
Posted on 14. Jun, 2010 by Jolie Root, LPN, LNC.
Why do energy levels seem to decline as we age? Part of the answer is that we experience a decline in levels of key energy factors in our cells, and that contributes to fatigue. Once we understand how to give our cells the proper fuel, we can restore the vitality we enjoyed as healthy children.
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Balancing Your Body’s pH
Posted on 10. Jun, 2010 by Chris Johnson.
Health problems related to an acid-forming diet include acid reflux, irritable bowel syndrome, stomach discomfort, insomnia, headaches, fatigue, constipation, osteoporosis, inflammation, dry skin, cardiovascular damage, diabetes, thyroid dysfunction, and weight gain.
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Rediscovering DHA
Posted on 19. Apr, 2010 by Asgeir Saebo, MS.
Eating fish or supplementing with fish-derived omega-3 fatty acids to protect against disease isn’t news. But with environmental and overfishing issues on the rise, it’s important to know that there is an alternative DHA source that’s both concentrated and sustainable: calamari, or squid oil.
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Discover Vitamin D
Posted on 19. Apr, 2010 by Margaret Jones.
Most of us know vitamin D is essential for building strong bones, but research shows that this vitamin is crucial to so many more aspects of our health. But experts find that most of us aren’t getting enough, and call for an increase in the recommended dietary intake to protect against heart disease, cancer, and more.
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Your Family Will Benefit from a Multi
Posted on 05. Apr, 2010 by Jolie Root, LPN, LNC.
A multivitamin/mineral can help fill in any nutritional gaps from a less-than-perfect diet. Having optimal levels of certain micronutrients is known to reduce the risk for and the severity of chronic diseases and to optimize immune function.
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Get the Most from Your Minerals
Posted on 29. Mar, 2010 by healthetimes.
You may have noticed “chelated” before iron, zinc, calcium, or other minerals on the label of your multi. What exactly does this mean? Are chelated minerals better than nonchelated forms?
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Eliminate Toxins and Feel Fantastic
Posted on 22. Mar, 2010 by Ann Louise Gittleman, PhD, CNS.
Naturally boost your body’s good intestinal flora, stomach acid, and enzymes by cleansing your system and revitalizing your health.
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Balance Inflammation with Omega-3s
Posted on 17. Jan, 2010 by Jolie Root, LPN, LNC.
You may already know that the essential fatty acids (EFAs) in fish oils are great for supporting a healthy heart and a healthy brain. But the benefits of these fats don’t stop there! There are many more reasons to include fish oils in your supplement regimen each and every day.
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Dry Eyes?
Posted on 17. Jan, 2010 by Robert Abel, Jr., MD.
One out of every five of us has dry-eye symptoms, as do 50 percent of people over age 65. The good news is you may be able to put down those eye drops and examine your diet and lifestyle to relieve symptoms.

