Posts by Ed Jones
Is Theanine the Best Supplement to Calm an Anxious Mind?
Theanine calms the mind without making you sleepy, within an hour of taking the right dosage. That’s a big statement. And yet, our experience and research says it’s true! Here’s what we know about taking an L-theanine supplement… In my pursuit of options to calm my mind, one of my heroes over the past decade…
Read MoreWhat Does the Omega 3 Index tell us About our Mortality Risk?
“The omega 3 index is a better predictor of health and a better predictor of mortality risk than cholesterol.” Most people want to understand their risk of mortality, especially as they age. Health providers usually point us to cholesterol tests. And yet, one underutilized test give us a better idea of our mortality risk. The…
Read MoreErythritol: Healthy or Increased Risk of Heart Attacks?
Does Erythritol increase heart attacks? If you read the headlines lately, you’re probably thinking – yes! I’ve seen the natural sweetener erythritol recently linked to increased risk of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular death. I knew immediately, we’d have a flurry of comments and concerns around this popular, calorie-free sweetener. Many health foods, protein drinks,…
Read MoreVitamin D: Vitamin or Hormone?
Is Vitamin D a nutrient or could it treat many of our health issues? Vitamin D stands out from all other nutraceuticals because it is one of the very few vitamins that the body is able to produce on its own given the right conditions. Of course the correct condition is only when healthy skin…
Read MoreNiacin Vitamin B3: Essential and Beneficial for Long Term Health
Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, plays a vital role in maintaining overall health and well-being. Along with seven other vitamins, Niacin makes up the B vitamins in a B-vitamin Complex. Water-soluble and essential the body requires this vitamin for vital functions. These include the metabolism of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins, as well as the…
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