Our body is fighting off toxins on a daily basis. Toxins come from all the sides: from the foods we eat, the air we breathe, and from the meds we take. When it all becomes too much for the body, it can negatively affect health and make place for diseases […]
Neuropathy is nerve damage that happens in diabetic people or in people who’ve undergone chemo. Even though lifestyle changes and treatments may relieve the symptoms, supplements are also helpful. The common symptoms of neuropathy are tingling in certain body parts, a burning sensation, feeling ache even from the lightest touch, […]
Getting sufficient amounts of vitamin D is pivotal for a healthy body. This vitamin plays a role in keeping the bones strong and reducing the risk of some types of cancer. When there aren’t enough amounts of it in the body, this will begin to show through symptoms such as […]
Oxidative stress has a negative influence on immunity. Some of the major causes of oxidative stress in the body are pollution, alcohol consumption, cigarettes, UV radiation, etc. These factors speed up the aging process and encourage the creation of free radicals. Researchers have concluded that regular consumption of vitamin E […]
Zinc is a mineral that our body needs to fight off infections and to produce cells. Moreover, it participates in speeding up the healing of injuries and in the creation of DNA, the genetic blueprint in our cells. When a person doesn’t get enough zinc, side effects like low alertness, […]
Iron deficiency is a common deficiency in the US and around 10 percent of women are low on iron. Up to 80 percent of the global population may be in need of iron and 30 percent may suffer from iron deficiency anemia. Iron is a pivotal nutrient which we need […]
Migraines are painful and we all know at least one person who has them. The symptoms are debilitating so any info on how to alleviate them is helpful. Women tend to get migraines around three times more often than men do and according to surveys, more than one in four […]
Avocado is a fruit abundant with healthy fats and often used for making avocado oil. Although it’s not as popular as olive oil, it’s equally delicious and very nutritious. Its health benefits are a result of its abundance of antioxidants and healthy fats. The oil is pressed from the fresh […]
L-glutamine or just glutamine is an amino acid that’s a building block of protein and our body needs it in large amounts. The first usage of it in powder form was done by the fitness industry people who wanted to maintain their muscle tissue. Some of the first uses of […]
Have you heard of pau d’arco? This canopy tree is native to South America where it’s been used for centuries for the treatment of numerous health issues. The interesting name is from the Portuguese language and it means ‘bow stick’. It’s used for plenty of health issues, including ulcers, cancer, […]
