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11/06/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

The surprising link between magnesium and brain health

Many of the health problems facing us today can be traced to nutrient deficiencies. You might have heard about the importance of getting enough Vitamin D or omega 3s, for example, but other nutrients don’t seem to get as much attention. When it comes to brain health and cognition, however, there is one nutrient that […]

09/07/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Study that claims multivitamins are not effective may have had methodology problems, says nutrition expert

We all know that vitamins are healthy. Whether you take a multivitamin or not, no one can deny that our bodies need nutrients for functioning and good health. What’s more debatable, however, is whether or not multivitamins are effective. Many people swear by them, while others think they’re just a waste of money. Adding to […]

05/02/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Calcium decreases the risk of cardiovascular disease in women

You’ve probably already heard how great proper calcium intake is for bone health, particularly in women. However, this nutrient can also be highly beneficial for heart health. You might have actually heard the opposite – that supplementing with calcium can increase a person’s risk of heart disease – but there’s an important distinction to make […]

10/25/2017 / By Russel Davis

Exciting new breakthrough could lead to a cure for multiple sclerosis

A recent study published in the Journal of Neuroinflammation revealed a mechanism that may one day help identify the root cause of multiple sclerosis, and develop long-overdue treatments for the disease. As part of the study, a team of international researchers from the University of Exeter in the U.K. and the University of Alberta in Canada examined brain tissue samples […]

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