According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the top health issues that impact men have not changed much over the years. Proactive men are still concerned with supporting healthy heart, prostate, immunity, blood sugar balance, brain, and mental/emotional health. Of all of these issues, two that stand out are heart health and […]
At least 50% of men over 50 years of age will experience prostate enlargement, a very common condition. Since this can impact the urinary system, supporting a healthy prostate and consequently, a healthy urine flow is a common and important concern for many men. The prostate benefits from good hormonal balance, liver health, immune function […]
Supplements to Help Optimize Blood Sugar Metabolism It’s estimated that elevated blood sugar issues affect 110 million Americans. “These statistics tell us that a considerable number of patients in general family practice—at least one in every three—will benefit from metabolic and blood sugar support,” explained naturopathic doctor, author, and blood sugar expert Mona Morstein, ND, […]
Magnesium is a cofactor in more than 300 enzyme systems in the human body. This magnificent mineral plays a role in: Protein synthesis Muscle and nerve function Energy production Oxidative phosphorylation Glycolysis DNA, RNA and glutathione synthesis Heart rhythm Bone formation Immune system function That’s why magnesium deficiency can be so problematic. Magnesium plays many […]
In a normal joint, local stem cells constantly replace damaged cartilage by differentiating into more cartilage cells. However, prolonged inflammation leads to a progressive shift in the type of cells present at the site of inflammation, and is characterized by simultaneous destruction and healing of the tissue from the inflammatory process. In other words, the […]
“Resveratrol is one of the most widely studied polyphenols with over ten thousand reports in the literature,” according to a 2019 review published in the journal Nutrients. The researchers go on to say that resveratrol “has been assigned a plethora of metabolic effects with potential health benefits.” That’s a powerful statement when you consider that […]
Oxidation is a natural process constantly taking place in the human body. During this process highly-reactive molecules with unpaired electrons are created. These reactive oxygen species (ROS) need to be disarmed by antioxidants. Fortunately, there are an abundance of antioxidants in plant foods and dietary supplements. The scientific literature is clear that one of the […]
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is an integral part of all cell membranes especially in the brain. Because of the high concentrations of DHA in the brain, it’s often aptly referred to as important “brain food.” According to a 2016 review published in the journal Nutrients, “Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is the predominant omega-3 (n-3) polyunsaturated fatty acid […]
From puberty onward, many women have a complicated relationship with their hormones. Some women breeze through all phases of their life with ease, while others may struggle at varying points along the hormonal continuum. In the first phase of life, some women may experience significant physical, mental or emotional difficulties associated with the hormonal changes […]
