5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is an amino acid that naturally occurs in the body. It is a building block the body uses to make Serotonin, a mood and appetite stabilizing neurotransmitter. Research shows, due to the physical and mental stresses of the...
New recommendations expanding the use of cholesterol-lowering medication to millions of adults to reduce heart attacks and strokes have overestimated the risks faced by that population, according to a study. An updated clinical guide released by the American College of...
Brain Restore provides cellular rejuvenation and restoration for neurological conditions that are escalating in our society. As the baby boomers are now reaching a time in their life where they are noticing age-associated brain functional impairments, they are seeking answers to improve,...
A new animal study from Australia suggests that fish oil supplements may help women have healthier pregnancies and babies. Fish oils have anti-inflammatory properties and may help deter these conditions in pregnancy (all of which are associated with the inflammation of...
June 28, 2013. The March, 2013 issue of the Journal of Bone and Mineral Research published the results of a study conducted by researchers at Ohio State University which found a protective effect in postmenopausal women for elevated blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids...
WHAT IS THE THYROID? The thyroid or thyroid gland is classed as one of the largest endocrine glands within the body and is located in the neck. This gland helps to control numerous parts of the body including the making of...
WHAT IS FOLIC ACID? Folic acid, also known as folate, is a special B vitamin which is highly important for the everyday functions of the human body. In the body folate is needed to help with synthesizing, repairing, and methylate...
WHAT ARE FISH OILS? Fish oils are a specially produced oil substance which is usually found on the tissue or in the liver of oily fish. This oil contains omega-3 healthy fatty acids docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and the eicosapentaenoic acid...
WHAT ARE PROBIOTICS? Probiotics are live microorganisms designed to help in providing beneficial digestive properties in individuals who may suffer from a compromised gut. The most common types of microbes that are associated with probiotics are bifidobacteria and lactobacillus acidophilus bacteria, although there...
