In two recent studies, researchers looked at the effects of MK-7, a form of vitamin K2, on those with rheumatoid arthritis and the benefits to memory in using the traditional, Ayurvedic herb, bacopa. Here is a summary of their results. MK-7 and rheumatoid arthritis In normal joints, the synovium is a thin, delicate lining that…
A Sleep Hormone and So Much More
You may know of melatonin as the hormone your body makes to help you regulate sleep, but new research suggests this hormone may do much more, including influencing MS symptoms and improving body composition. Note that not everyone should be supplementing with over-the-counter melatonin. Our bodies only begin declining in melatonin production as we reach…
Don’t Worry; Be Healthy
Call it what you will–stress, anxiety, burnout–a mind tied up in knots quickly leads to a body that is less than healthy. Despite the rapidity with which our technology-driven world changes, our bodies and the hormones which do the communicating between cells for us are moving at a relative snail’s pace. In short-speak, our bodies…
3 Keys To Your Bone Health
Bone density is not just a woman’s issue. According to WebMD, about 20% of people with osteoporosis, or thinning of the bone, are actually men. Diet, exercise, hormone levels and genetics all can play a role in your bone’s health. In recent studies, these nutrients proved supportive of bone health. Nutrients reduce fractures and protect…
Nutrients Help Maintain Healthy Lipids and Regulate Fat Absorption
Not too long ago, we all thought fat-free was the only way to be. Luckily, in recent years we have come to understand that good fats actually exist and are necessary to a truly healthy diet. In this research, omega-3s and cactus fiber showed promise for healthy cholesterol and fat reduction, respectively. Here’s how. Omega-3s…
Can Supplements Ease the Severity of Some Major Medical Treatments?
Those on dialysis or facing cancer treatments each face unique health needs. These recent studies looked at what nutrients may be of some benefit for these challenging conditions. Better Quality of Life on Dialysis Flaxseed Those on dialysis to cleanse the blood when the kidneys stop working often have inflammation and abnormal blood lipids, raising…
Are You Ready For A Spring Cleaning?
The beginning of Spring is a great time to think about the changes you can make to reduce stress in your everyday life, including the stress you put on your body through your diet and lifestyle choices. Stress can be physical and mental. Physical stress happens when we eat foods that are fried or otherwise…
A Surprising Use For Rhodiola
You may be used to hearing about rhodiola when it comes to energy or mood concerns, but this hearty herb has more potential up its leaves. Find out how your lungs may benefit from rhodiola in this recent study. Rhodiola improves lung function in COPD COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, gradually reduces lung capacity…
Supplements Know-How: A Primer To Smarter Supplement Buying
Supplements should not be purchased in ignorance. The more you know about what to look for in a quality supplement, the more likely you will have success in choosing products for your health goals. Here are some tips for your next foray into the supplement aisle. Know what laws govern the industry FDA guidelines under…
Seeking Your Best Breast Health
According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. Breast cancer is also the most frequent cancer suffered by women. These studies on nutrients that support a healthier life after a cancer diagnosis, as well as nutrients that may support breast health should be…
Keep Your Wits: Nutrients Support Brain Function
Alzheimer’s accounts for 60 to 80 percent of dementia cases, but it is definitely not a normal part of aging. These studies looked at how resveratrol and omega-3s may reduce chances for Alzheimer’s disease and preserve brain function. Resveratrol shows promise in AD Doctors theorized that the anti-inflammatory nutrient, resveratrol, might slow the progression of…
How Motivations Can Keep You Exercising
I would rather sit through an episode of Teletubbies than do a workout. My exercise is clumsy, painful, sweaty, and one more thing I have to do in a day that is already too full of responsibilities. Despite all of these drawbacks, I exercise five days a week, including yoga workouts, and have done so…
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