Beta Sitosterol vs Saw Palmetto About five years ago I started having symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Everyone I asked told me to take an herb called saw palmetto, so I did. I started with 160 mg once a day. That didn’t seem to do much, so I increased my dose to twice a […]
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If you’re like me, you are always on the look out for an edge in the battle of the bulge. If it’s an herb or vitamin that claims to work for weight loss, chances are I’ve tried it. I have found some supplements to be effective, but science found them first. This is my list […]
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Why Protein is Important You already know the reason you need protein. Muscles, skin, hair, nails, organs, and connective tissues are all made up of protein. After water, it is the most common building material found in the human body. Why Is Whey Protein Good For You? All sources of protein are not equal. Some […]
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I am frequently asked what I think the best “fish oil vitamins” or omega-3 fatty acids are. It’s a great question, because I believe everyone should be taking omega-3’s, but it depends on why you want to take them. Here’s a quick synopsis of the need for fats, and some details of the most important fats: omega-3 fatty […]
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Biotin, a water-soluble B vitamin, is probably the best-known substance for helping hair and fingernails grow strong and healthy. However, it’s not the only thing needed. I’ve been plagued with thinning hair for years and have spent a ton of money on a slew of products. I can tell you what works and what does not. […]
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1. Resveratrol Unless you really don’t like life, you might want to take a naturally occurring phenol called Resveratol. It is found in red grapes, blueberries, peanuts, and cocoa, and has been shown to have a positive effect on life extension.1, 2 Resveratrol [rez-ˈvir-ə-ˌtrȯl] is a powerful antioxidant3 and may reduce the risk of heart disease.4 It […]
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Why Injections? I hate needles, so if I have to get stuck with a 1-inch needle that goes all the way into the muscle, I better get a good explanation. Well, here goes: In order to absorb vitamin B12 when taken orally, either from food or mulitvitamins, we need both stomach acid and something called […]
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Picrorhiza Kurroa is a small plant that grows in the North-Western Himalayan region of India and Nepal. Between June and August white or pale purple flowers bloom on the plant, but it is the plant’s root that is mainly used for medicinal purposes. The active ingredients of picrorhiza protect the liver on many levels and […]
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Glucosamine and chondroitin are two of the most popular supplements sold in the United States, and rightfully so. There are over 27 million of us osteoarthritis (OA) sufferers in the United States. The symptoms of OA range from the annoying and mildly painful to the debilitating. For years I have had damaged cartilage in my […]
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