November 20th, 2009 by Derek Bainbridge
In today’s health-conscious society, much attention has been paid to vitamin supplementation and the role it plays in total body health. In addition to promoting optimum wellness, vitamin supplements are taken for reasons such as protecting the heart, reducing the risk of cancer, boosting the immune
system, relieving the symptoms of PMS, alleviating depression and anxiety, [...]
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November 8th, 2009 by Derek Bainbridge
According to the National Digestive Disease Information Clearinghouse in Bethesda, MD, 60 to 70 million Americans suffer from digestive diseases; however, acidophilus supplements may help them to diminish their digestive conditions.
Procedures of current commercial food processing can destroy viable beneficial organisms, making it difficult for the body to maintain good intestinal flora. Even the majority [...]
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November 4th, 2009 by Derek Bainbridge
Weak, fragile bones and susceptibility to fractures-these are some of the painful consequences of the debilitating bone disease, osteoporosis. Currently, 10 million people suffer from osteoporosis in the United States and another 34 million are at risk of developing the disease. The Surgeon General has named osteoporosis as “A National Health Threat” and estimated [...]
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November 3rd, 2009 by Derek Bainbridge
For many Americans, getting the recommended daily amount of nutrients can be challenging – particularly when it comes to dietary fiber and calcium.
The National Academy of Sciences and the National Osteoporosis Foundation report that adult men and women require a daily calcium intake of 1,000 milligrams to 1,200 milligrams a day, the equivalent of four [...]
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