Anemia and connective tissue abnormalities can result from copper deficiency, a condition that can also be induced by excessive zinc intake Key Points Copper is essential for the formation of collagen, a main component...
A new study describes the relationship between omega-3s, chronic inflammation, metabolism and mood disorders Key Points A new publication by Wu et al. discusses the promising alternative of omega-3 fatty acids in addressing these...
This review on psoriasis patients says “Yes!” and that the fear of vitamin D deficiency and its consequences should be much greater than the fear of vitamin D toxicity Key Points Baseline vitamin D...
The average GrassrootsHealth participant has a selenium level in the higher end of the lab reference range – where is your selenium level compared to others? Key Points Selenium is an essential nutrient with...
Study finds a significant correlation between B vitamins and maintaining cognitive health, but only with higher levels of omega-3 fatty acid DHA in the blood — additional studies demonstrate cognitive benefits of getting enough...
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A second group of North Dakota project participants have received their vitamin D results to find a majority are very deficient Key Points A special project in the Fargo/Moorhead metro (North Dakota area) previously...
306% higher levels of cadmium and 29% higher lead levels found among GrassrootsHealth participants who are current smokers compared to those who have never smoked Key Points There are over 7000 compounds found in...
It’s Love Your Lungs Week! Here’s how vitamin D functions to directly protect your lungs. Love Your Lungs Week (formerly Breathe Easy Week) starts today to focus awareness on ways to keep your lungs...
Does your job affect your vitamin D status? Should certain occupations have specific guidelines and actions to take for vitamin D? Key Points A study examining vitamin D levels among individuals working in different...
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