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  1. Chronic Inflammation: The Root Cause of Today's Deadliest Diseases

    Chronic Inflammation: The Root Cause of Today's Deadliest Diseases

    The science is clear. Chronic inflammation and disease are intricately related. In fact, there is no doubt that chronic inflammation is a leading contributing factor to some of the most deadly health conditions. Chronic inflammation can have a detrimental effect on your overall health, making it important that you are aware of the steps that you can take to protect...
  2. Scientists Discover That Glucosamine Benefits the Brain

    Scientists Discover That Glucosamine Benefits the Brain

    When people think of glucosamine, they automatically think of joint health; however, new studies indicate there may be more to this supplement. Glucosamine benefits stretch well beyond what this natural compound provides for the health of your joints; recent research has shown that glucosamine can also have a positive effect on a variety of cognitive issues. Here is what you...
  3. Vitamin D2 and Vitamin D3: What's the Difference?

    Vitamin D2 and Vitamin D3: What's the Difference?

    While it's known that vitamin D is essential for health, there are important differences between vitamin D2 and vitamin D3. Being aware of these differences is of utmost importance when seeking to improve your health. What is Vitamin D? Primarily, vitamin D is a nutrient that helps cells in the body absorb other nutrients. This makes vitamin D an essential...
  4. The Complete Guide to Vitamin D for Bone Health and More

    The Complete Guide to Vitamin D for Bone Health and More

    Vitamin D is a crucial fat-soluble vitamin that plays multiple roles in ensuring overall health and wellness. Vitamin D is naturally present in a few types of foods, but can also be obtained from a supplement or most famously, via sun exposure. If you are not getting a sufficient amount of vitamin D, you are putting your personal health at...
  5. The Best Foods for Healthy Bones into the Golden Years

    The Best Foods for Healthy Bones into the Golden Years

    The strength of your bones plays a vital role in overall health and wellness, particularly as you age. Taking active steps to promote good bone health will reduce the chances of developing osteoporosis or other ailments related to poor bone density. One of the most important wellness goals to focus on as you age should be to ensure that you...
  6. An Ounce of Prevention: Maintaining Optimum Bone Health Into Old Age

    An Ounce of Prevention: Maintaining Optimum Bone Health Into Old Age

    Maintaining healthy bones can be considered a work in progress throughout the course of your lifetime. Bone tissue continuously regenerates itself through a process often referred to as bone remodeling. During this process, bone tissue is reabsorbed and recreated, forming new bone, with adult bones typically replacing at a rate of approximately 10 percent a year. However, the ratio of...
  7. The Importance of Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Why They're Crucial to Your Health

    The Importance of Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Why They're Crucial to Your Health

    Omega-3 fatty acids are one of the most elusive nutrients in the typical American diet, and one that many people miss out on getting enough of. Unlike omega-6, omega-3 is not found in many commonly consumed foods, so most people have to be intentional about getting adequate amounts of this beneficial fatty acid. Gaining a clear understanding of the importance...
  8. Research Update: Gut Microbes Influence Mood, Bone Strength and Cancer Risk

    Research Update: Gut Microbes Influence Mood, Bone Strength and Cancer Risk

    In recent years, a great deal of new information has been uncovered by scientists regarding the role of the gut microbiome in overall health and well-being. That body of information is rapidly expanding as scientists increase their understanding of just how vital maintaining a healthy gut microbiome is to immune system function, disease prevention, heart health and optimal mental health...
  9. The Important Yet Little-Known Health Benefits of Vitamin K

    The Important Yet Little-Known Health Benefits of Vitamin K

    As new research continues to uncover the vast range of benefits of vitamin K, it's more important than ever to ensure you are getting enough of this essential nutrient. What Should You Know About Vitamin K? As far back as 1929, research into sterol metabolism found that a previously unrecognized compound was linked to blood coagulation, prompting researchers to identify...
  10. Gut Bacteria May Hold the Key to Maximizing Vitamin D Benefits

    Gut Bacteria May Hold the Key to Maximizing Vitamin D Benefits

    In recent years, the understanding of the role of vitamin D in immune system functioning has greatly expanded. Numerous studies have connected low vitamin D levels to a wide variety of chronic conditions and diseases. Yet, clinical research trials of vitamin D supplements have revealed inconsistent results. A new study out of the University of California suggests a link between...

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