Authored by Derek Henry, Holistic Health Coach for Healing the Body At the root of every disease process is inflammation, a first defence process used by the body in order to try and heal itself. The problem is that when your body is in that state…
By Study Finds What if a supplement marketed for heart health could actually increase your risk of heart attack? That’s the question raised by new research examining taurine, a widely-used amino acid found in energy drinks and dietary supplements. While often touted for its cardiovascular…
By Chris Melore In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have found that a simple daily supplement could help save the eyesight of people with late-stage dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Their new study published in the journal Ophthalmology offers…
By Chris Melore Can a common dietary supplement for heart health also calm aggression in the brain? Researchers have found compelling evidence that omega-3 fatty acids actually can. Commonly found in fish and fish oil supplements, a team from the University of Pennsylvania says omega-3…
By Shyla Cadogan, RD Sun exposure and vitamin D go hand-in-hand, but too much sun also increases the risk of burning and skin cancer. Now, researchers from the University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio University Hospital, and experienced dermatologists have found that getting this nutrient through…
By Shyla Cadogan, RD Magnesium is a top-tier mineral. Over the last year or so, it has made health-related headlines for a reason. It’s recommended you consume roughly 400 mg per day, but many don’t meet this and are often magnesium deficient. By focusing on…
By Elsa Lee Zinc is an important mineral used in your body to support the proper functioning of your immune system and metabolism. Other processes like cell growth, wound healing, and your senses of taste and smell also use zinc as a key element. Your…
By Joe Vitiello We all get older. And achier. Living with joint pain is, well, a pain in the behind, or knees, or back, or – you get it. And though we’re stuck with the aging process, must we be stuck with the achy joints…
By Clio Rourke We all want to feel comfortable in our skin, and vitamins can help us with that. Fortunately, there are plenty of vitamin-enhanced skincare products on the market. But it’s also important to nourish your skin from the inside. With the right combination…
By Study Finds Getting some sun — or just taking a vitamin D supplement — may lower the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes for the nearly 400 million adults at risk worldwide, according to a new study. A team from Tufts Medical Center says…
By Neenah Payne Magnesium: What You Need To Know About This Important Micronutrient points out, As it turns out, many of us probably are somewhat deficient in magnesium. According to research, most aren’t consuming the recommended amount of magnesium to support our body’s needs. It’s also…
By Hazel Flight, Edge Hill University There’s been a lot of chat on social media over the past few months about the importance of magnesium supplements. Many suggest that symptoms such as trouble sleeping, tense muscles and low energy are all signs you’re deficient and…
By Matt Higgins Getting a daily dose of vitamin D is a key component of living a healthy life. From going out into the sun, to taking supplements or eating nutrient-rich food, there are so many sources to benefit your body. StudyFinds has published numerous…
By John Anderer The dietary supplement tricaprin is capable of “dramatically” reversing signs of heart disease in certain patients, according to new research from Osaka University. Scientists report routine supplementation of tricaprin resulted in coronary artery plaque regression and the alleviation of symptoms among patients with…
By Rosanne Lindsay, Naturopath Vitamin D is known as the sunshine vitamin. This is because 90 percent of our vitamin D requirements naturally comes from the sun. Bioavailable vitamin D3 is created in the skin through the action of the sun’s UV-B rays on cholesterol…
By Study Finds Vitamin D supplements could potentially be the key to staving off Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research. Brains of older people with higher levels of the nutrient function better, say nutritionists at Tufts University. The main natural source is sunlight, but wrinkly skin…
By Mac Slavo A St. Louis-based chiropractor, Dr. Eric Nepute is facing federal fines of about half a trillion dollars for allegedly profiting from sales of vitamin D3 and zinc supplements during the “pandemic.” The 27-page complaint filed by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in April…
By John Anderer Here’s a serious motivator for soaking up some extra sunlight — or at least take some extra supplements. New research is revealing compelling evidence that a vitamin D deficiency can lead to premature death. Study authors at the University of South Australia…
By Neenah Payne Note: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment by a qualified healthcare provider. Dr. Bert Berkson is the author of Alpha Lipoic Acid Breakthrough: The Superb Antioxidant That May Slow Aging,…
By Shyla Cadogan Cystic fibrosis, being the aggressive disease that it is, often presents new clinical obstacles tied to treatment. Now, a new study by Oregon State University researchers may help improve patient outcomes, revealing that CF patients who take vitamin C supplements can help…
