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Omega 3âs May Offer Allergy-Protective Benefits to Children
In the last few decades the incidence of allergic diseases in the United States and other developed countries has been on the rise. The reason for this is poorly understood but scientists believe these changes cannot be explained by genetic factors alone. Environmental issues that include changes in our diets, environmental pollution, changes in exposure to infectious disease during early childhood, and higher allergen levels are factors that could also increase the prevalenc
August 31, 2012
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Vitamin E May Protect Against Oxidative Stress
Oxidation is considered to be the underlying cause of premature aging and several chronic degenerative diseases. It is for this reason that antioxidants are one of the fastest-selling segments in the natural product market. Antioxidants have natural free radical scavenging capabilities and in recent years, consumers have actively sought antioxidant supplements to combat the harmful effects of free radical activity. In fact, consumer demand for antioxidants continues to rise e
August 31, 2012
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Bitter Orange: An Alternative to DMAA
On April 27, 2012, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a warning letter to 10 fitness supplement companies selling weight loss and sports nutrition products containing the controversial ingredient, DMAA. The FDA further warned that DMAA was not a botanical ingredient since it is synthetically produced and therefore ineligible to be used as an active ingredient in a dietary supplement. Citing several harmful effects of DMAA, the FDA ordered said companies to immediate
August 31, 2012
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Optimal Vitamin D Linked To Lower Heart Disease Death
Vitamin D has always been known for its vital role in supporting calcium and bone metabolism. However, in the past decade, a plethora of research completed on Vitamin D has revealed that 1: Vitamin D receptors (VDRs) are found in almost every human cell, indicating that it plays a role in almost every vital function of the body. Among the general population, Vitamin D insufficiency is very common. Vitamin D deficiency is associated with higher risk of cardiovascular diseases
August 31, 2012
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Hot Peppers Deliver Heart Health Benefits
Studies conducted over the years have shown that capsaicin, an active component in chili peppers, promotes a variety of health benefits, ranging from regulating healthy blood pressure levels to providing quick relief for joint pain. But now, a recent research study from the Chinese University of Hong Kong indicates capsaicinâs potential role in promoting heart health. 1 Heart Health â A National Health Conce Several years ago, CNN reported that heart disease was the most
May 7, 2012
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Wild Blackberries Extracts May Boost Brain Health
What do wild blackberries have that commercial blackberries donât? According to a new study reported in the European Journal of Nutrition , wild blackberries demonstrate neuron-protective benefits that may decrease the process of brain degeneration. 1 Commercial blackberries, on the other hand, were found to be ineffective in boosting neuronal health. So the next time you, as a supplement business owner, want to introduce a new cognitive health supplement or improve an exis
May 7, 2012
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Green Tea May Offer Protection against Age-Related Frailty and Disability
In 1946, 3.4 million babies were born in the United States, increasing the percentage of new births by 22 percent from the previous year. Enjoying post-war prosperity, the number of babies born into this world reached a record high, marking a trend which continued every year until 1964. During this time the population grew and the generation that produced the most babies was aptly named the Baby Boomers. Consider the following statistics: On the 1 st of January, 2011, the old
March 28, 2012
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More Good News on Omega-3 for Heart and Health
Todayâs shoppers are more educated than ever before but have less disposable income to spend on high ticket items. This trend presents a tremendous opportunity to supplement business owners that are eager to offer well formulated products that will provide consumers with the biggest bang for their buck. In stark contrast to ingredients that are scarcely known and/or steeped in controversy, omega-3 fatty acids, have a well-known history of safety and are associated with a nu
March 28, 2012
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The ABC Nutrients for Bone Health
Joint pain is a major national health concern affecting 50 million Americans who suffer from some form of arthritis, gout, lupus, or fibromyalgia. Although these are not life-threatening diseases, the severity of this disease can debilitate lives in more ways than one leading to social, physical, economical and emotional implications. Arthritis remains the most common cause of disability with an estimated 47.5 million reporting a disability in 2005. Of these, 22.5 million Ame
February 28, 2012
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Raspberry Extracts Show Natural Protection for Joint Health
Creaking bones arenât the only reason people are turning to joint and bone health supplements. While growing consumer awareness and a burgeoning aging population continue to propel the joint and bone health industry, new formulas based on emerging science continue to hold significant value not only for baby boomers, but offer positive joint health implications for young athletes, exercise enthusiasts, overweight people and just about anyone who wants to maintain joint and b
February 28, 2012
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Raspberry Extracts Show Natural Protection for Joint Health
Creaking bones arenât the only reason people are turning to joint and bone health supplements. While growing consumer awareness and a burgeoning aging population continue to propel the joint and bone health industry, new formulas based on emerging science continue to hold significant value not only for baby boomers, but offer positive joint health implications for young athletes, exercise enthusiasts, overweight people and just about anyone who wants to maintain joint and b
February 28, 2012
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Goji Berry Juice May Help Trim Waistlines
Goji berries are already being regarded as being âsuperfruitsâ because of their nutrient density and antioxidant potency. A recent preliminary study, however, was the first to highlight gojiâs unique effects on the bodyâs metabolic systems. The 14-day study published in The Journal of the American College of Nutrition suggests that a low calorie diet combined with consumption of a glass of goji juice daily could help dieters lose inches off the waistline! GojiâsMeta
January 4, 2012