Multiple factors contribute to nutrient deficiencies in the general population. Such factors include crops grown in nutrient deficient soils, animals raised in inhumane and unhealthy conditions, a lack of fresh food, excess consumption of junk food, heavily processed convenience foods, genetically-modified foods, along with preservatives, additives and...

The toxic waste from cells heads through your lymph and towards two major thoracic ducts, which dump back into major veins that go to your liver for final toxin processing. If you inhale or ingest something toxic then the toxins enter your circulation and head directly to your liver. When your liver does a good job it is keeping your blood clean of trash,...

The U.S. government recommends at least 50 grams a day of protein and 25 grams a day of fiber. In my opinion both amounts are on the low side. It always amazes me that the government sees no difference in protein need for a 220 pound man compared to a 125 pound woman -- surely there has to be a difference! As a general rule, we recommend consuming 1/2 to...

Thyroid hormone sets the pace for energy (ATP) production in all your cells. If the pace is too slow you will not have a basic supply of energy needed to properly run your metabolism and mood. In addition to having the energy to make thyroid hormone in the first place (T4 -- thyroxine) your body must have the energy and capacity to convert T4 to the...

Disturbances in your sleep pattern, either not being able to get to sleep or not being able to stay asleep, are a key sign that stress friction is affecting your nerves. Poor sleep results in poor recovery leading to a reduced energy level and more fatigue the next day. This means even less energy to deal with stress. This nasty de-energizing catch 22 can...

Improve recovery from daily activities and exercise with high quality nutrients for joints, muscles, and connective tissues.*

Health trends will come up from time to time, but the nutrients that the body needs to function will not change. Discover the most important nutrients that everyone needs in adequate amounts everyday.

What you eat and how you treat your gut health directly impacts your mood and brain! Are you making choices to support both?

Optimize your nutrition and stress management for healthy hair.

Take the time to look at your daily food intake to determine how your diet stacks up! Are you getting the necessary nutrients for optimal health?

Hair loss is often the first sign of an underlying condition or nutrient deficiency. Discover which nutrients support better health and improve hair growth.

The summer is over and children are going back to school. Growing and developing strong minds and bodies requires good nutrition to manage stress and increased demands.

Safety and efficacy of using high dose (4000 IU daily) vitamin D supplementation to improve the vitamin D status of obese adolescents

Dietary Factors in Relation to Daily Activity Energy Expenditure and Mortality among Older Adults.