Are you a toxic person? I am not referring to a mental state, I am referring to a physical state. Throughout the year we might not eat as healthy as we should or we might intake a little more alcohol than we planned or we might not get to work out as often as we…
A new study has found that a lack of Vitamin B12 has been linked with serious health conditions in the elderly. The study also found that a Vitamin B12 deficiency is widespread in long-term care facilities, 13.8% of seniors moving in to assisted living arrangements were deficient in this nutrient with more developing a deficiency…
According to a recent study, a mixture of probiotics may halt inflammation of the gut and tissues, which are usually seen at the beginning of type-2 diabetes and obesity onset. These study results reinforce the role microbes that colonize the human body (microbiome) have in controlling the absorption of nutrients and contribute to ongoing inflammation.…
A recent study found that supplementing an Omega 3 gel cap daily may improve dry eye symptoms associated with prolonged exposure to computer screens. Over 475 people who experienced dry eyes and were using a computer daily for over 3 hours per day for a least one year participated in this study. Participants were divided…
A few weeks ago Frontline, a PBS documentary series broadcast a program called “Supplements and Safety”. The show was produced by Frontline, the Canadian Broadcasting Commission and the New York Times. The program left the viewers with the idea that supplements were unsafe and unregulated and unnecessary because they have no benefits and may even…