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Your Vitamin D Levels Are Normal, But Are they Optimal?
Did you know blood test results for things like vitamin D and ferritin levels can be normal, but not healthy? If you’ve ever had normal lab results but still FEEL lousy, this article is for you! Here’s what we’ll discuss: Normal Vitamin D Levels: Good Enough? Optimal Ranges: A Better Way Why Are Vitamin D…
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 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…
Read MoreOptimal Blood Sugar Levels
Optimal blood sugar levels are one of the most vital of the blood chemistry numbers. It ensures graceful aging and optimal health. And note, I didn’t say “normal” levels. Averaging over 95 on fasting glucose will whittle away at your eye health, nerve integrity, circulation, healing capacity, body composition, and energy levels. All while producing…
Read MoreAllergies: Finding Natural Relief
Did you know that allergies affect some 30% of adults and 40% of children? Dust. Pollen. Pet dander. These harmless substances can send our immune systems into overdrive and make us feel miserable. More often than not, people reach for over the counter drugs to relieve their symptoms. But, those can have some pretty serious…
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