One of the most widely used additives in drugs and supplements today is magnesium stearate. You’ll actually be hard-pressed to find any supplement sold on the market today that doesn’t include it — whether we're talking magnesium supplements, digestive enzymes or another supplement of your choice — though you may not see it named directly.…
All of the vitamins and minerals we eat, plus all of the hormones our bodies produce, need enzymes in order to work properly. Additionally, enzymes, such as proteolytic enzymes, regulate metabolic functions and assist in maintaining our stamina and energy levels. Proteolytic enzymes are the type that specifically aid in the digestion process. They help…
Extensive research into asparagus nutrition has resulted in this funny-looking vegetable being ranked among the top fruits and vegetables for its ability to reduce the effect of cell-damaging free radicals. What are the benefits of eating asparagus? It is a nutrient-dense food that is high in folic acid and is also a good source of potassium, fiber, vitamin…
Proteins, fats and carbs garner a good amount of attention among dieters and health-conscious consumers alike. While it’s true that these macronutrients are absolutely vital to the function of your body, there are many other compounds that play a role in your health as well, including micronutrients. In fact, micronutrients work behind the scenes to…
Carnosine is a natural antioxidant made up of two amino acids. One of its important functions is acting as a free radical scavenger. In addition to its impressive antioxidant properties, it's also said to serve as a "physiological buffer" that plays a key role in proper enzyme and calcium regulation. Since carnosine plays such an important role…
The following is an adapted excerpt from Beat Autoimmune, The 6 Keys to Reverse Your Condition and Reclaim Your Health, by Palmer Kippola, with a foreword by Mark Hyman, MD (Kensington Books). Palmer is a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach who reversed her MS by removing her inflammatory root causes and healing her gut. She…
It's been called the most important antioxidant that's made within the body for a reason. Superoxide dismutase (SOD) plays a major role in fighting free radical damage and inflammation. In fact, this powerful enzyme forms the front line of defense against reactive oxygen species that lead to cellular damage within the body. Researchers have found…
L-serine metabolism is critical for survival. We depend on this important amino acid for proper brain development, and it plays a critical role in the synthesis of proteins, neurotransmitters, nucleotides and lipids. What does serine do? Research exploring the unique longevity of Ogimi villagers in Japan suggests that the amino acid helps you to live longer.…
Uterine fibroids can vary in size from small, undetectable nodules to massive tumors that cause the uterus to expand to the size of a four- or five-month pregnancy. (1) There is certainly a causal relationship between fibroid growth and weight gain, but how big do fibroids have to be before you start to see the…
Getting a good variety of amino acids in your diet — especially essential amino acids that your body can't make on its own — is crucial for maintaining overall health. That's because deficiency in any essential amino acid can cause side effects like sluggishness, compromised immune function, loss muscle mass, changes in appetite and more. The…
