Most Children Are Not Getting Enough Vitamin D
Over 90% of children in the United States have vitamin D levels below the recommended 40 ng/ml – how can you help ensure your child is getting enough? Key Points 93% of children in...
Combining Vitamin D and Omega-3s Produced the Greatest Improvements for Depression, Anxiety and Sleep
This randomized controlled trial offers an excellent example of how nutrients work together to provide benefits beyond taking either on its own Key Points While many nutrients have very specific actions within the body,...
Omega-3s Show Prebiotic Effects Similar to Fiber
Study reveals effects of 6 weeks of omega-3 supplementation on the composition and function of the gut microbiome Key Points The microbiome and the metabolites it produces can have multiple effects on overall health,...
Women with PCOS May Benefit from Magnesium and Melatonin Supplementation
Study demonstrates beneficial effects of melatonin and magnesium co-supplementation on total testosterone, metabolic parameters, and sleep quality for women with PCOS Key Points Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is associated with endocrine and metabolic abnormalities,...
Supplemental Biotin May Interfere with Some Lab Tests
Video Friday: Must-know information about biotin… Have you received a higher vitamin D result from another lab? This could be why. Key Points Supplemental biotin may interfere with certain immunoassay lab tests, leading to...
How Does Drinking Alcohol Affect Nutrient Levels?
Alcohol intake can present an issue for several nutrients, with magnesium, vitamin D and certain B vitamins among those affected Last week, we covered a list of medications that have a potential affect on...
Topical Vitamin D for Skin and Overall Health
Could applying vitamin D products to the skin help improve psoriasis and other skin conditions while also raising vitamin D levels? August is Psoriasis Action Month, dedicated to increasing awareness of psoriatic disease and...
Nutrients for Healthy Thyroid Function
Video Friday: Learn about the production and balance of thyroid hormones and how specific nutrients play a role in optimal thyroid function Certain nutrients, such as iodine, selenium, zinc, B-vitamins, vitamin D, vitamin A...
Could Diet Affect COVID-19 Outcomes?
Study reports on an association between dietary patterns and severity of COVID-19 illness Several factors have been associated with the severity of COVID-19 disease, including age, ethnicity, and preexisting conditions. Nutrient deficiencies, especially of...
Understanding the Balance between Magnesium, Calcium and Vitamin D
Nutrient intervention studies and individuals may get unexpected results when they don’t include evaluating co-nutrient intake or status Key Points Calcium and magnesium are both essential minerals required by all cells to function properly,...