Nattokinase Supplements: the Key to Cardiovascular Health?

Nattokinase fermented soybeans in a bowl

Are Nattokinase supplements the key to maintaining cardiovascular health as we age? Maintaining Healthy Blood Flow: The Role of Nattokinase Supplements in Cardiovascular Health The ability of our blood to travel freely within the body is one of the most vital functions for maintaining health and sustaining life itself. Over 100,000 people die from deep…

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Better Together: Vitamin D3 with K2 Could Save Your Life

Vitamin D3 with K2 protects heart health

You may have noticed that it’s becoming more common to see vitamin D3 with K2 instead of vitamin D on its own. But do you know why these two nutrients go together like peas and carrots? You probably already know that vitamin D is an important factor in calcium absorption.  A lesser known fact is…

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Is WHO Right About Stevia and Other Non-Nutritive Sweeteners?

sugars and other non-nutritive sweeteners and sugar alternatives

The World Health Organization advises not to use non-nutritive sweeteners for weight control. Specifically, their statement says: Non-Sugar sweeteners should not be used nor expected to assist in weight loss. In fact clinical studies link their use to actually increased risk of new-onset obesity, cardiovascular disease, mortality and preterm labor according to the World Health…

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Erythritol: Healthy or Increased Risk of Heart Attacks?

bowl of erythritol on table

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,…

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The Powerful Weight Loss Benefits of Tea

One of the most common health problems today is obesity. It has become difficult to keep a healthy diet since most of us are overexposed every day to cheap fast food chains and meals that just get bigger and bigger (and never healthier). Trying to find solutions is now a priority for many people concerned…

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