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5 Health Benefits of Boswellia You Need to Know
January 4, 2019
5 Health Benefits of Boswellia You Need to Know "Ayurvedic medicine is ancient, and its resurgence is necessary because we do need the proper balance in our medical approach." -- Maya Tiwari Considering chronic inflammatory diseases are the most significant cause of death across the globe. It is no surprise that nearly 60 percent of Americans live with at least one chronic condition. This is also why millions of people...
The History and Uses Behind Kanna — A Beneficial Herb
January 3, 2019
When it comes to the history of beneficial herbs and plant-based medicines, we often look to Ayurvedic medicine and ancient Chinese culture. However, there is one key herb that has deep roots in South Africa -- Kanna. Used as a mood-altering substance for centuries, it was traditionally dried and chewed. However, it is now gaining traction in Western medicine. Used to combat hunger, depression, and stress, although this substance can...
Taurine: Your Guide to the Beneficial Amino Acid
The Japanese have one of the highest life expectancies in the world. Although many variables play a role, researchers suggest that there is a potential link between the longevity of Japanese people and their high nutritional intake of taurine. Promoting a wide range of health benefits, including improved electrolyte balance, positive cardiovascular health, as well as liver health, this amino acid is now gaining the attention it deserves. Found in...
Learn What to Look for When Choosing a Multivitamin
September 5, 2018
In an ideal world, everyone would eat a well-balanced diet and nutritional deficiencies wouldn’t exist. However, we all know that this is far from reality and for most, it is nearly impossible. As stated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, on average, Americans only consume around one to two vegetables and one fruit daily. This has led to significant deficiencies, which have since been linked to a wide range...
A Comprehensive Guide to Green Tea Extract
September 4, 2018
There are plenty of ingredients on the market that claim to have amazing health benefits and one of the most popular is green tea extract. Green tea extract is made from a plant called the Camellia sinensis. While many people enjoy the benefits of drinking green tea, an easy way to get the advantages and health benefits is with green tea extract, which comes in a variety of forms like...
The Concise Guide to Vitamin B5: Why You Need It and Where to Find It
August 16, 2018
Also known as pantothenic acid, vitamin B5 is an essential nutrient for human health. The name "pantothenic acid" comes from the Greek word "pantothen," which means "everywhere." And, indeed, vitamin B5 is nearly everywhere around you. Most of the foods you eat have a certain amount of pantothenic acid. That's because this nutrient is essential for all forms of life, so it's present in almost all plants and animals. The human body needs...
What Is Boron and What Are Its Health Benefits?
August 12, 2018
Boron is a chemical element found in soil, rocks and water. It's essential for the growth of plants and for the health of many animals. Though this element is not a vitamin or an essential nutrient like iron, magnesium or calcium, boron might be essential for human health. Researchers have substantial evidence that boron helps convert vitamin D into the active form the body can use, plays a role in calcium and...
Everything You Need to Know About Methylcobalamin (or Vitamin B12)
August 11, 2018
A lack of methylcobalamin can cause severe damage to the body, including irreversible neurological harm. Methylcobalamin is a form of vitamin B12, the most complex vitamin. Traditionally, vitamin B12 supplements and fortified foods have used cyanocobalamin or hydroxocobalamin. But the human body cannot use these substances directly in metabolism. First, it has to transform them into an active form, like methylcobalamin. That's why some vitamin B12 supplements now use methylcobalamin. Most people that eat...
You Are Probably Vitamin D Deficient – Here Is What to Do About It
November 21, 2017
75% of us Are Vitamin D Deficient For many of us who live in areas of the country that do not get ample exposure to natural sunlight, adequate amounts of Vitamin D are much harder to come by naturally. The symptoms of being vitamin D deficient are bone pain and muscle weakness. You also may experience fatigue which is a very common effect of Vitamin D deficiency. Even without the symptoms...
Dietary Supplements: Why Form, Dose and Quality Matter
November 13, 2017
Dietary Supplement Quality: What you really need to know about your supplements is not as easy to figure out as it should be. We want to help you stop wasting your money, time and potentially health on dietary supplements that dont work. There are very few supplements on the market that are providing you with the four major items you should be concerned with. Those are, what kind of vitamin...
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