Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a fat-soluble, vitamin-like compound produced naturally by our bodies. Found in nearly every cell in the body, CoQ10 is concentrated in organs that require the most energy — such as the heart, liver, muscles and kidneys. CoQ10 is concentrated in these organs because it is essential to the process of producing cellular […]
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The Bioavailability of Different Form...
Note: This article is from Oregon State University – Linus Pauling Institute.. I wrote a note at the end of this reminding the reader of some “natural” food-based sources of vitamin C. In the rapidly expanding market of dietary supplements, it is possible to find vitamin C in many different forms with many claims regarding […]
Diet Guidelines Pt. 1
There are more diets than I care to count. I have studied many, and had herbalism and nutrition training and apprenticed with experts, in addition to my own research. I will write a few posts titled Diet Guidelines with some of the guidelines I offer my coaching and health consult clients. This page has some […]
Article: Vitamin C Papers Hot off the...
Orthomolecular Medicine News Service, January 26, 2017 Vitamin C Papers Hot off the Press by Robert G Smith, PhD (OMNS, Jan 26, 2017) Vitamin C is needed by the body to maintain health. It is a “macro-vitamin,” because although not required in large quantities to support energy metabolism, it is required in the diet in […]
Dr. Dole on Inflammation
Prevent Inflammation Posted 9.3.16 Michael Dole, MD Low-grade, chronic inflammation occurs when the immune system keeps producing pro-inflammation compounds, even when it doesn’t need to. It can damage different systems in the body and, over time, cause illness: cardiovascular disease, arthritis, asthma, digestive problems and possibly conditions like depression and Alzheimer’s disease. Health experts are […]
Dr. Shallenberger on Zinc
The Truth About Taking Zinc Lozenges for Colds Zinc lozenges are a popular remedy for a cold. But do they really work? For years, scientists have conducted studies on zinc. And for years they’ve gotten conflicting results. Some studies showed that zinc works. And some studies showed it doesn’t. But recently, one group of researchers […]
The Mediterranean Diet Pyramid
Melissa Walton-Shirley, MD, Cardiologist: In my office, I have a copy of the Mediterranean diet pyramid at checkout for every new patient. Many established patients who suffer from metabolic syndrome, coronary artery disease, or obesity receive a second or even a third copy. I spend hours teaching the simple mechanics of nutrition. I stress […]
“Don’t Eat Anything That ...
This is a section from an article titled: Michael Pollan: Don’t Eat Anything That Doesn’t Rot, Consumers are getting duped by the food industry, paying the price with their health. Amy Goodman interviewed acclaimed author and journalist Michael Pollan and this is a part of the transcript. Pollan argues that what most Americans are consuming […]