It happens more often than I would expect in clinical practice: a patient is faithfully taking their vitamin D, yet still not achieving the individual vitamin D levels set for their health goals. In reality, vitamin D sufficiency isn’t always so easy to reach. The reason why our patients oftenRead
Many people are not getting enough nutrients as they age when they need optimal nourishment to sustain healthy aging. Evidence indicates that because older adults are less able to absorb and use many nutrients, their nutrient needs (especially as a function of body mass) rise.1 Impaired digestion, medication-induced deficiencies, andRead
Vitamin D is a critically important nutrient that oversees many aspects of our health. It is commonly known as the sunshine vitamin because the body can produce it after sun exposure. Smaller amounts of vitamin D3 can be obtained from food sources such as oily fish, especially wild caught salmon.Read
For the vast majority of your patients, a daily multi is a vital component of a comprehensive nutrition protocol. Surveys of American adults consistently reveal deficiencies and inadequacies in vitamin D, magnesium and other essential vitamins and minerals. After decades of fortified and enriched food, severe nutrient deficiencies are rare.Read
Third major study finds evidence that daily multivitamin supplements improve memory and slow cognitive aging in older adults Today I want to share with you an article published in Science Daily based upon a study referred to as The COSMOS trial The trial results suggest that the daily consumption of multivitamin supplementsRead
The modern diet, lifestyle, and increased exposure to stress demands more nutritional support to sustain our bodies. Yet, most people are not getting that support from diet alone. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends 1.5 to 2 cups of fruit and 2 to 3 cups of vegetables daily. However, accordingRead
Vitamin B12 is an essential micronutrient that’s well-known for the key roles it plays in nerve function, DNA production, and red blood cell formation. As a supplement, it has been shown to reduce blood levels of homocysteine, a substance linked to increased risk of heart attack and stroke. And now,Read
Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that the body needs to form red blood cells and DNA. Unfortunately, it’s also one of our more common nutrient deficiencies. Since B12 is found only in animal products, vegetarians and vegans often have trouble getting adequate amounts through their diets. Some people alsoRead
Recommending a daily multivitamin and mineral supplement may be part of your standard practice, as an insurance policy to fill in nutritional gaps. But a multi might be more than a backup plan: a skillfully designed formula that includes a comprehensive array of supportive antioxidants can offer an added layerRead
A study in the American Heart Journal shows that high doses of vitamin D decrease the risk of atrial fibrillation, a common arrhythmia that leads to heart failure and stroke.
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