Inflammation
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By John P. Troup, Ph.D., Chief Science & Education Officer, Vital Nutrients
Inflammation is the common denominator for a host of medical conditions: whatever “-itis” you may suffer from, as well as conditions that damage the heart, circulatory system, brain, liver, lungs, and kidneys. Even excess exercise generates it. That’s given rise…read more
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Leyla Weighs In: February is Heart Disease Month
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Last week, I highlighted the American Heart Association’s misguided stance on saturated fats and vegetable oils. The focus of this week’s article is on the more critical risk factors for heart disease. Let’s talk inflammation. We know for a fact that those with…read more
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The new triple action pain relief alternative
By Stuart Tomc
Last spring, the innovative formulators at CV Sciences launched Relief, an ingenious way to augment the pain-relieving properties of CBD. It was so popular that they sold out within months! Now, Relief is back in stock and you can once…read more
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Hydrogen water—is that a thing?
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
Lately, there’s been a buzz over hydrogen in the media. Hydrogen-powered vehicles appear to be the next big thing after electric vehicles (EVs) inevitably run their course. Unlike EVs, they won’t require charging, nor will they depend on the energy-intensive…read more
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Ask Leyla: Which is better for inflammation, borage oil or evening primrose oil?
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: I’ve heard that both borage oil and evening primrose oil have anti-inflammatory properties, but I don’t know much about them. What makes these oils beneficial? Which would you recommend for someone who is looking to reduce inflammation? A: Borage oil is…read more
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Ask Leyla: Is it safe to cook with aluminum?
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: My family has been incorporating wild Alaskan salmon into our diets regularly. We cook them either in the oven or on the grill in aluminum foil. Is it healthy and safe to cook in aluminum foil? A: I don’t recommend…read more
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Research Roundup: The impact of diet and supplements on four key areas of health
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
Does dairy increase the risk of breast cancer? The role of dairy products in the promotion of breast cancer has been controversial. When I was a macrobiotic vegan 40 years ago, it was taken a given: How could the unnatural…read more
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20 ways exercise benefits your health (part one)
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
As the weather warms up and gyms reopen, more Americans are shaking off lockdown and re-engaging with exercise. As you huff and puff your way back to optimal condition, here’s a little inspiration to keep you motivated: 1) Cardiovascular: It’s axiomatic…read more
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Leyla Weighs In: The link between inflammation and mental illness
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
In setting out to determine how chronic inflammation affects the brain, researchers have found a mechanism that directly links inflammation to mental illness. As much as 75 percent of the 1.5 million Americans afflicted with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) are…read more
Categories: Inflammation
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In a previous article, I highlighted Americans' lamentable lack of health literacy and challenged readers to…
Leyla Weighs In: Sucralose (Second in a Series)
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