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With flu season among us and recent outbreaks of the coronavirus, many of us can’t help but feel concerned for our health and that of our friends and family. While we know the basics of washing our hands, getting rest, and even supplementing with Vitamin C and zinc, few of us realize the role that […]
While many of us may smirk at the phrase “fake news,” we are discovering more and more that there may actually be some truth to it. It’s been used extensively in regards to political conversations, but it now seems to be applicable to articles on health and nutrition. Unfortunately, creating stories, taking statements out of […]
If you or someone you know is living with neuropathy, you know that it is not an easy condition. In some cases, the pain is so severe that there have been reports of patients wanting to end their lives rather than live with this condition. While that may sound disheartening, the good news is that […]
We’ve all been there – we start feeling ill and turn immediately to the internet for answers. While this may prove helpful at times, sources like the internet, television, and sometimes even doctors can provide false information that we accept as truth. Below are seven of these nutritional myths that are commonly believed and if […]
, Like other vitamins, Vitamin B5 has several names including pantothenic, pantothenic acid and pantethine. The prefix of these names, “pantos” literally means everywhere, and that is for good reason. Vitamin B5 is not only found in a number of food items, but you can also find it being added to hair and skin products. […]
When winter comes and many of us are cooped up indoors, it’s no surprise that this is when illness seems to strike the hardest. While we know the flu can be quite rampant, recently we’ve seen the outbreak of another serious and sometimes deadly virus called the Coronavirus. Though these can be scary, there are […]
If you’ve ever looked closely at the table salt you purchase from the store, you will notice that most of the time, the labeling will say it has been iodized or fortified with iodine. That is because in the early 1900s scientists realized a need to fortify the diet with iodine to prevent the harmful […]
Though not a condition we often hear or talk about, we are all somewhat familiar with anemia. Women are tested for it while pregnant, as are babies at those early pediatrician appointments. But while doctors may take steps to catch this condition early, it’s a prevailing problem in the United States and one that is […]
In the 1970s, scientists were beginning to recognize the detrimental effects of sugar on the body. Fearing it would hurt their industry, executives of sugar companies paid off scientists and quickly squashed these findings. Soon, fat became the villain with more of it being taken out of food and replaced with sugar to maintain a […]
During the holiday season, it is often too easy to indulge. With parties and time with friends and family spent around rich food and sugary sweets, it’s no wonder most of us feel sluggish and ready for a restart with the beginning of a new year. While some will look to detox pills and supplements […]
Not so long ago, many doctors and researchers began waging a war on the fat found in food, highlighting the many negative effects that it could have on the body. One of these negative effects was raising cholesterol leading to heart disease, stroke, atherogenesis, and ultimately an early death. However, as more and more people […]
With 51% of the U.S. population now being overweight, it’s no surprise that blood sugar levels have risen as well. Most of us are living fast-paced lifestyles and reaching for quick, highly processed foods that are packed full of sugar and contain little to no nutrients. If not stopped, this pattern will continue to have […]
If you have ever had a baby or know someone who has recently given birth, you may have heard them talk about their child receiving a shot immediately after delivery. This shot actually delivers a small, but important dose of Vitamin K, or Phylloquinone. So what exactly makes this nutrient so crucial that it’s administered […]
There are many ways that the holidays can create stress and overwhelm in our lives. The least of which is when it comes to food. Unfortunately, this is the time of the year when you get hit from all sides about the food you should consume. Whether it is friends, family, or co-workers, everyone is […]
In an industrialized country like the United States, factories, plants, and vehicles operating on gasoline are just the norm. But, have you ever stopped to think about how these things impact the environment and air we breathe? Just because you can’t see toxic air pollution, it doesn’t mean that it’s not there negatively impacting the […]
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