Posts by Doctor's Nutrition
Reduce Your Risk of High Blood Pressure
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a silent killer, rarely producing obvious symptoms but shortening the lives of millions. Disconcerting statistics compiled by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicate a massive epidemic: About one-third of Americans are unknowingly walking around right now with blood pressure high enough to shorten their lives. Blood…
Read MoreSix Ways To Boost Brain Health By Optimizing The Glymphatic System
While the lymphatic system has been getting increasing attention in recent years, hardly anyone talks about the glymphatic system (the lymphatic system of the central nervous system). That’s because we’re only now beginning to understand what it is, what it does, and how optimizing it is crucial for maintaining good cognitive and mental health. What…
Read MoreLeaky Gut: What it is, What Causes it and How To Fix it
What causes a leaky gut? Conditions and symptoms like irritable bowel syndrome, stomach pain, bloating, food intolerances, and GERD, among others, are on the rise. Why is this? Much of this has to do with our rapidly changing environment and diet. Everything from how we eat, sleep, deal with stress, the air we breathe in,…
Read MoreAstaxanthin in Krill Oil: A Powerful Antioxidant for Anti-Aging & More
Krill oil itself is an amazing supplement! Its omega-3 fatty acids are more easily absorbed, doesn’t leave the same fishy burps or aftertaste, and are cleaner than many fish oil supplements. However, the most compelling reason to supplement with krill oil has to do with one unique nutrient. Unlike fish oil, krill oil also contains…
Read MoreNatural Remedies For Treating Mood Disorders In Children
Several remedies can help correct mood disorders in children without any side effects. Mood disorders are defined as extreme mood swings involving emotional highs and lows, known as mania and depression, respectively. These mood swings affect various aspects, including energy, activity, sleep, behavior, and judgment. Although there are several medications available to treat these mood…
Read MoreTaurine: The Key to Heart Health, Diabetes Control, and More
Taurine is the most abundant amino acid you’ve never heard of. Strong evidence suggests that groups with the longest life spans consume higher amounts of taurine than those of us in the rest of the world. High intakes of taurine could be the underlying factor in the world’s longest-living populations — and for good reason.…
Read MoreDoes Exercise Help with Inflammation, and How?
We have known for a very long time that moderate exercise is good for us. We know it can increase blood flow to the brain and other organs, which is a good thing. It can help maintain lean muscle mass which helps with so many things like helping control blood sugar, maintain our ability to…
Read MoreDHEA, Cortisol, and Stress
Are you stressed out, anxious, and physically exhausted? Are you moving full speed all day to keep up with demanding work and family responsibilities? Then, when nighttime rolls around, you can’t unwind and turn your mind off? Are you trapped in a cycle of stressful days and sleepless nights? Maybe you’ve already tried natural remedies…
Read MoreBoost Your Brain Health: Key Strategies for a Longer Life
Use it or lose it—your brain, that is. Our brain changes with age, and mental function changes along with it. Mental decline is typical and one of the most feared consequences of aging. But, cognitive impairment is not inevitable. Keeping your brain healthy is essential for living a long and entire life. The following eight…
Read MoreThe Top Ten Benefits Of Taking a Multivitamin
Vitamins are the body’s main building blocks and help you maintain good health. Some believe multivitamin supplements can compensate for poor eating habits and even reduce your risk of chronic diseases. We try to eat right, exercise more, and sleep better, but somehow, we lack essential nutrients. We strive for a balance to increase wellness…
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