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SPECIAL REPORT: Advances in dietary alpha-linolenic acid
The December 2014 issue of Fats of Life highlighted the results from the Cardiovascular Health Study, a large prospective cohort study of elderly Americans. In ...
Natural Blood Sugar Management: What the Science Says
As GLP-1 drug use climbs—along with concerns about side effects—integrative practitioners are seeking safer, sustainable solutions. Natural blood sugar management strategies, including targeted nutrition, lifestyle ...
Berberine and Metabolic Syndrome: A Natural Strategy for Blood Sugar, Cholesterol & Inflammation
Discover how berberine supports metabolic health by improving blood sugar, cholesterol, and inflammation. Backed by clinical research and safe for long-term use.
Hintonia latiflora for Blood Sugar Control: Clinical Evidence and Mechanisms
Hintonia latiflora improves blood sugar levels and reduces the need for medication in early diabetes—see how this traditional herb is supported by clinical science.
Nutritional Management of Diabetic Neuropathy: A Clinical Approach
Discover how targeted nutrients like benfotiamine, methylcobalamin, and alpha-lipoic acid support diabetic neuropathy recovery by addressing underlying metabolic and inflammatory pathways.
Gamma Cyclodextrin: Enhancing Nutrient Absorption for Clinical Effectiveness
Explore how gamma cyclodextrin improves the effectiveness of fat-soluble nutrients like berberine, CoQ10, and red ginseng—making them more bioavailable and clinically powerful.
Sugar Changes the Microbiome & Fuels Metabolic Disease
A new mice study in the journal Cell helps explain how a high-sugar, high-fat Western-style diet disrupts the gut microbiome, increasing the risk of metabolic ...
Berberine: The Natural Antidote to Metabolic Derangement?
Berberine, an orangish-yellow alkaloid found at high levels in the bark and root structures of many ground-covering shrubs, has an extensive history of use as ...
Body Mass Index (BMI) vs Body Fat Percentage: Which is Better at Assessing Risk?
Body mass index, or BMI, is one of the most used indirect measures for assessing body fat and health risks. It’s a simple calculation using ...
Improving Berberine Absorption: Gamma-Cyclodextrin Delivery System Enhances Bioavailability
Berberine's absorption is naturally limited. Discover how a gamma-cyclodextrin delivery system boosts its bioavailability and supports more effective dosing strategies in clinical practice.