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More probiotics isn’t always better
By now, I’m sure you’ve heard of probiotics, the good bacteria that play a major role in immune health, digestion, mood and more. You may have also noticed how brands try to outdo each other by packing more and more bacteria into each pill, first 50 billion then 100 billion and so on. The truth is, except in specific circumstances, there...
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Collagen for youthful skin and more
Collagen plays a major role throughout the body. In addition to bone, it is the primary component of connective tissue in tendons, ligaments, skin and muscles. As we age, we produce less collagen. In fact, the body’s collagen production begins to decline after age 25. This is where diet can play a major role. Studies show consuming...
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The perfect pair: Vitamins D3 and K2
If we were to put together a list of perfect pairs, it wouldn’t take long to come up with classic examples like peanut butter and jelly or spaghetti and meatballs. Today, I want to add one to the list that is not nearly as well known, but if you care about your health, it should be. What is this instant classic? The perfect pair of vitamins D3...
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Take magnesium to relax
According to the National Academy of Sciences, nearly 50% of Americans are deficient in the mineral magnesium. This is a big deal because magnesium plays a critical role in health. In fact, according to a study published in the Journal of Intensive Care Medicine, a magnesium deficiency can make you twice as likely to die as people who are not...
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Your gut may be the key to your health
Did you know a unique collection of microbes in your gut may be the key to your health? The gut microbiome is the collection of trillions of bacteria, fungi and viruses living in the body that plays a major role in immune function, neurotransmitter production and more. Over the past few years, the microbiome has been a hot topic of research...
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