An ailing heart need not fear— CoQ10 is here! follow the exploits of this super nutrient as it takes on the evil cardio trio of energy loss, cholesterol and inflammation! The League of Vitamin Superheroes formed to fight criminal pathogens and uphold health justice within the body. Each vitamin superhero, given a secret code name...
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Collagen: “Stuff of Life” Part 2
But while these three types are the most common collagens, they aren’t the only ones. Other crucial varieties include type IV, linked to healthy cellular activity; type V, crucial for immune and reproductive health; and type X, needed for strong hair and bones.Collagen peptide supplements have shown promise in studies. For example, osteoarthritis, the most...
Collagen: “Stuff of Life” Part 1
It’s amazing, if you think about it: From the skin that envelops you to the bones that support you, every part of your body is made of collagen. This tough, durable protein provides the scaffolding on which all sorts of tissues are built. Collagen production slows with age, which helps explain the dull, saggy skin...
Memory Boost Part 2
Nootropic Support Today, many people seek to bolster their brainpower through nootropics. Some, such as ginkgo and green tea, have been used for centuries. Others, including various little-studied nutrients, are on the scientific cutting edge. Pyrroloquinoline quinone, better known as PQQ, falls into the second category. It has shown an ability to support energy production...
Memory Boost Part 1
Remember Trouble remembering things is a classic sign of age, and with good reason: About 40% of Americans 65 and older, a total of 16 million people, show signs of memory impairment. Contrary to common fears, however, scientists say that only 1% of these people will progress to dementia each year. That’s the good news....
You Sweet Things Part 1
Boy, do we love sugar. According to public health authorities, the average American ate two pounds of sugar annually two centuries ago; at this point, we’re up to almost 152 pounds per year. And that amount, 42.5 teaspoons a day, is way, way more than the 13.3 teaspoons nutritionists recommend as our upper limit. What’s...
Supporting Hormonal Balance
One of the most notable effects of age is how it affects hormone levels. And while men do undergo hormonal fluctuations, the best-known hormonal change is menopause, when a woman’s menstrual cycles stop and her body produces less estrogen and progesterone. Some women sail right past menopause with hardly any problems at all. However, fatigue...
Optimum Health through Cleansing
Cleansing Preserve your internal environment for optimum health by beating the toxic cycle. It is never too late to begin a regular whole body cleansing program and take that first step toward better health and vitality. Supporting your body’s natural detoxification process is a powerful health decision. Food Few of us can manage a 100%...
The Ignored Organ
The Liver Unlike the heart, which can produce alarming signs such as severe chest pain when it malfunctions, the liver—which serves as the body’s chemical processing station—is the strong, silent type. Liver disorders may result in little discomfort until severe damage occurs and even then symptoms, which can include fatigue, abdominal pain, loss of appetite...
What About Nuts
What About Nuts This week we’re going back to the drawing board with some tips for healthy / quick-and-easy snacks for the whole family. Almonds At 160 calories per ounce, almonds are one of the lowest-calorie nuts, making them a guilt-free satiating snack. High in copper, fiber, vitamin E, manganese, phosphorus, and protein, almonds are...