One of my two favorite essential fatty acid manufacturers has just launched a vegetarian version of EPA and DHA! Healthy cod liver and fish oils remain my preference but I’m thrilled that there is now an option for vegetarians. Here is a recent article.
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Potential Danger of Calcium Supplementation
Research results continue to suggest that calcium supplementation increases our risk of heart disease. Please coordinate with your healthcare provider on the right amount of calcium supplementation for you (if any) and strive to include high calcium foods in your diet: homemade yogurts and other tolerated dairy products, cooked leafy […]
Probiotics with Antibiotics
The use of quality probiotics and/or probiotic foods can significantly reduce the risk of diarrhea commonly associated with antibiotic use. Bottom line: if you are taking antibiotics for any reason, include foods such as yogurt in your diet. I have a GREAT homemade yogurt recipe in the Recipe section of […]
Aspirin–Worth the Risk??
This article discusses daily aspirin supplementation. For those at risk of cardio-vascular events (e.g., heart attack), the use of aspirin may be very beneficial. Certainly, if you’ve experienced cardiovascular problems, aspirin supplementation is indicated. But it comes with the risk of gastrointestinal problems. Please know that there are laboratory tests […]
Fish oil and Vision!
You’ve likely read one of my mantras . . . eat healthy fatty fish and/or take your cod liver oil. DHA and EPA are critical to our health. And here’s an article on how they help your vision, too!
Healthy Habits
This may seem redundant . . . but healthy habits do support health. Everything from moderate exercise to brushing your teeth. They all add up. So, eat your veggies, move your body, and brush your teeth . . . among other healthy habits. Good article.
Moderation in All Things, Including Exercise
Wondering if you are exercising enough?? Well, evidence shows that exercise is beneficial–and that more exercise is not necessarily better. So, keep moving, and know that you are benefiting your health! Read more here.
Exercise Reduces Pain
If you experience pain–particularly “neuropathic” pain–then exercise may be a wonderful answer. Research is revealing that exercise may reduce this type of pain. Read more here.
Vitamin D may help treat Crohn’s
Crohn’s disease is a gastrointestinal disorder causing significant inflammation and erosion of the intestines. If you have Crohn’s disease, supplementation with Vitamin D may help heal the intestines. This article offers a nice review of their findings. I recommend against using cod liver oil, however, if it contains Vitamin A […]
Epilepsy and Brain Injury
Inflammation is likely a key factor in epilepsy. This article does a great job of reviewing recent findings and the hope for a new drug to treat epilepsy. Please know, however, that there are several botanicals which may be beneficial in reducing brain inflammation. These should be coordinated by a […]
