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Ancient Whole Grain Increases Glutathione in Human Cells
A new study in the journal Antioxidants shows that teff, a gluten-free African grain, increased levels of antioxidant glutathione in human cells.
Study Examines Protein Intake and Type 2 Diabetes
When it comes to controlling blood sugar and managing type 2 diabetes, experts agree that a healthy diet can play ...
Treating Urinary Tract Symptoms in Older Men Leads to Lower Risk of Mortality
Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), such as weak stream and frequent nighttime urination (nocturia), are very common in older men. ...
Natural Plant Compound Inhibits Drug-Resistant Candida Grow
Candida is a yeast often found on the skin and in the digestive tract of healthy people. Some species, such ...
Turmeric Works as Well as Drugs for Treating Indigestion
Turmeric, the spice that gives curry its yellow color, has been as an herbal remedy for nearly 4,000 years. Its ...
Study Sheds Light on Postmenopausal Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation—an irregular, often very rapid, heart rhythm—is a serious condition that can lead to blood clots, stroke, heart failure, ...
Probiotic Reduces Insulin Resistance
Insulin resistance is a well-known precursor to obesity, prediabetes, and type-2 diabetes. It occurs when cells in the body stop ...
Is Your Immune System Susceptible or Strong?
Whether or not we contract a virus, bacteria, or other pathogen depends on our individual susceptibility. So what makes someone ...
What Is The Endocannabinoid System and Why Should You Care About It?
Chapter 1 from 2018 Edition: The statements mentioned in this content have not been evaluated by the FDA, and are ...
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Healthspan Demystified: Key Nutrients for Metabolic Health and Performance
When you think of dietary supplements with healthspan-boosting potential, which ingredients come to mind first (or show up in your patient protocols regularly)? Is it resveratrol? Creatine? Collagen? Nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN)? Or something more niche, like spermidine or ergothioneine? Your personal selection ...
Healthy Aging Starts in the Gut: Why Digestion Matters More After 50
Explore how stomach acid, pancreatic enzymes, bile production, and nutrient absorption change with age—and how lifestyle factors and targeted digestive supplements may support healthy digestion after 50.
Can a Small Daily Dose of Vitamin K2 Support Bone Health?
A randomized trial found that 100 mcg of vitamin K2 improved osteocalcin activation in healthy adults. But does that mean stronger bones?
Natural Strategies to Address Cardiovascular Health in Women
Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in women, yet it continues to be underdiagnosed, misunderstood, and undertreated in female patients. Women experience different symptoms, different risk timelines, and different physiological triggers than men — and the consequences of missing those ...
Is Your Patient Ready for Sauna? The Missing Step in Heat Therapy Protocols
Sauna is one of the most evidence-backed lifestyle interventions for cardiovascular and brain health—but its benefits are not automatic. In chronically stressed, depleted patients, the same thermal dose that extends healthspan in Finnish cohorts can act as additional allostatic load.
Resveratrol: A Versatile Anti-Inflammatory Agent Across Multiple Conditions
A quick dive into PubMed yields numerous human studies on resveratrol in the past year alone. These recent studies show benefits for patients with osteoarthritis, cardiometabolic disease, Alzheimer’s disease, COVID-19, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), and periodontal disease. Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory actions ...
The Aging Female Heart: Beyond the Male Model of Cardiovascular Care
Heart health remains a universal concern, but women face a distinct set of structural, biological and psychosocial influences that drive cardiovascular risk. As female patients transition through menopause—and the protective effects of estrogen drop—their risks amplify. Women require a personalized approach to ...
AHCC and Immunity: Evidence-Based Insights into Comprehensive Immune Support
From infection protection to disease prevention—how this shiitake mushroom extract offers comprehensive immune support for all your patients. For centuries, shiitake (Lentinula edodes) mushrooms have been a cornerstone of traditional medicine, valued for their ability to promote immunity, vitality and longevity. ...
Comprehensive Joint Support: Science-Backed Solutions
An evidence-based protocol can ease aches and pains, tame inflammation, and help active patients stay in the game. All active patients, from weekend warriors to aging athletes, face a variety of physical challenges, ranging from shifts in muscle mass and flexibility to ...
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