Supplements
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Ask Leyla: Why is my vitamin D still low?
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: I’ve been taking vitamin D for a long time and my levels are still low. What could be the cause? A: There are many reasons serum vitamin D levels remain low, even after longtime supplementation. First, how much vitamin D are…read more
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18 supplements for allergy relief and prevention
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
Last week, I offered my top ten tips for beating spring allergies. This week, I’m arming you with the supplements you need to keep the sniffling, sneezing, and watery eyes at bay. Most often when seasonal allergies strike, we reach…read more
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Omega-3’s lesser known benefit: Boosting your immunity
By Jolie Root
My audience knows that I’m a big believer in fish oil. I recommend it on a regular basis as a part of a healthy lifestyle. Most of you know about how important fish oil can be as a hedge against…read more
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Is your Coumadin killing you? (The remarkable potential of vitamin K to stop arterial calcification)
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
I recently had the pleasure of attending a phenomenal lecture at the Integrative Healthcare Symposium (IHS) co-presented by Drs. Jeffrey Bland and Leon Schurgers. Dr. Bland is widely acknowledged as the “Godfather of Functional Medicine”; Dr. Schurgers is a Dutch…read more
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Ask Leyla: What’s a good source of omega-6 fatty acids?
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: Which is better, borage oil or evening primrose oil as an anti-inflammatory in addition to omega-3 fatty acids? A: Borage oil is derived from the seed of the plant Borago officinalis also known as starflower. Evening primrose oil (EPO) is derived from…read more
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Is the way to a (wo)man’s heart through his(her) stomach?
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
Earlier this week, I spoke at NYU Langone Medical Center as part of their Heart Health Lecture Series. The subject was “Fostering a Healthy Microbiome for Cardiovascular Health.” Along with Dr. Lea Ann Chen, a gastroenterologist who is doing research on…read more
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What are colostrum’s effects on the whole body?
By Douglas Wyatt
Colostrum is the first food of life for newborn mammals. It provides antibodies, carbohydrates, and protein to help a baby grow and develop. Perhaps best of all, colostrum’s effects extend across the whole body. Now, let’s take a look at…read more
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Leyla Weighs In: Five ways to stay healthy during cold and flu season
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Besides regular hand washing, which can reduce your chances of getting the flu by 50 percent according to the CDC, here are some other things you can do to keep your immune system optimal: 1) Take a probiotic, and eat probiotic foods…read more
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11 things worth trying if you suffer from tinnitus
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
Tinnitus—or “ringing in the ears”—is the bane of many people’s existences. It is thought to affect 15% of the world’s adult population. Depending on who you are, it can be pronounced TIN-ni-tus (Brits and health professionals) or tin-NIGHT-us (most U.S….read more
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Though we think of declining estrogen as the hallmark of menopause, it's actually common for…
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Up to 12 percent of Americans have ulcers at some point in life. Peptic ulcers…
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Gallbladder disease is a modern illness. An estimated 20 million Americans have gallbladder disease. The…
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The benefits of exercise cannot be overstated. It is an important component of a healthy…
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We often talk about the importance of method of birth on a newborn’s health, not…
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The line of reasoning goes as follows: The pharmaceutical industry, partnering with its enablers in…
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