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02/13/2020 / By Tracey Watson

Adults with celiac disease are deficient in micronutrients: Study

Celiac disease affects around 1 in 100 people around the world, including millions of Americans. Experts estimate that around 80 percent of patients with celiac disease remain undiagnosed. While doctors have traditionally been on the lookout for weight loss and low body weight as signs that someone has the disease, a recent study published in […]

02/13/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

How can nutrients help with dermatitis?

A person’s nutritional status affects his body’s immune function. Scientific evidence of this has sparked interest in the possible role dietary factors play in the pathogenesis of skin conditions like atopic dermatitis (AD). While food allergies and elimination diets have been studied in relation to atopy — a genetic tendency to develop allergic diseases — the impact […]

01/27/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Researchers examine role of micronutrients in atopic dermatitis

Researchers from the University of California, Davis and the University of Arizona conducted a systematic search to evaluate the role of oral micronutrients in atopic dermatitis (AD). Their review was published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. The pathophysiology of AD involves a complex interplay between immune system dysfunction, genetics and environmental factors. Because nutritional status influences immune function, scientists are […]

01/06/2020 / By Grace Olson

Boosting bone health with boron: How does it benefit people with osteoporosis?

Boron is a mineral naturally present in foods like nuts and dried fruits. Despite its health benefits, not a lot of people know what boron is, much less how it helps the body with wound healing or develops memory among older adults. In particular, the mineral is beneficial for improving bone health. Adding nuts and […]

09/05/2019 / By Stephanie Diaz

Zinc deficiency tied to hypertension – study

Many factors come in to play when dealing with hypertension. It’s important to be aware of everything that causes spikes in blood pressure so you can avoid them, and scientists have now found another cause of concern for people who are worried about high blood pressure. According to a study published in the American Journal […]

07/21/2019 / By Isabelle Z.

Synergy: You need proper amounts of magnesium to effectively utilize vitamin D, according to study

Once you learn all the ways that vitamin D can enhance your health, you might be going out of your way to ensure you’re getting more of it. Whether you’re spending more time in the sunshine or taking a supplement, your efforts could be futile if you’re not also getting proper amounts of magnesium, studies […]

06/25/2019 / By Stephanie Diaz

Improve cardiac function by taking CoQ10 and selenium

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is quite common all over the world. In the U.S. alone, almost half of all adults suffer from some form of CVD. According to the World Health Organization, CVD is the number one cause of death globally. In 2016, around 17.9 million people died from CVD, 85 percent of which were due […]

06/17/2019 / By Edsel Cook

Producing nutrient-rich foods can help address global problems like vitamin and mineral deficiencies

People around the world are not getting adequate amounts of vitamins and minerals from their diets. Illinois-based researchers warned that this nutritional discrepancy would persevere into the 2050s – unless micronutrient-rich foods are made cheaper and easier to access. Their study evaluated the changes in diets from 2018 to 2050. The results predicted that existing shortages in certain nutrients – calcium and vitamins D, E, and […]

06/15/2019 / By Vicki Batts

Pharmaceuticals deplete your body of magnesium, increasing your risk of disease

Are pharmaceuticals making you sick? Research shows that popular over-the-counter medications can deplete your body of magnesium, leading to a dangerous deficiency and potentially, disease. Even the FDA has been forced to admit that proton pump inhibitors — popular drugs used to treat excess stomach acid — are a threat to human health, especially when […]

05/28/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Eating polluted seafood can weaken your immune system, study concludes

Eating fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids is good for your brain and heart health. However, an alarming study warns that consuming fish contaminated with toxins can harm your immune system. The study, published in the journal Science Advances, was conducted by researchers from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California, San Diego. Polluted […]

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