In a previous post, we discussed several different forms of magnesium found in supplements, and which were the most popular among GrassrootsHealth participants. Each form consists of a magnesium molecule or ion attached to...
Omega-3 fatty acids are a healthy type of fat that comes in multiple forms. Long-chain omega-3s, primarily EPA and DHA which are found in fish and shellfish, have been linked to numerous health benefits....
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a serious mental health issue that affects an estimated 7% of American adults every year, and it is a leading cause of disability world-wide. Previously, we have discussed the...
Most of the vitamin D we have in our bodies is in the form of vitamin D3, which is synthesized in the skin upon exposure to sunlight and other forms of UVB radiation. Additional...
Two different research groups conclude the US RDA is off by an order of magnitude GrassrootsHealth scientists and staff have published a research letter, citing the D*action data, calling for the Institute of Medicine...
A Call to Action has been issued to alert the public to the importance of omega-3 fatty acids, through education, awareness, and measurement; encouraging individuals to monitor their own health outcomes in relationship to...
On May 27, 2016, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published new rules for Nutrition Facts labels that affect how labels read on vitamin D supplements and food products containing vitamin D. Two...
GrassrootsHealth often highlights the importance of testing nutrient levels (especially vitamin D, omega-3s and magnesium) in order to know if supplementation is working to achieve a target nutrient level. This is due to the...
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, auto-immune disease that affects the central nervous system. In MS, the immune system attacks the protective covering of nerves which disrupts the brain’s ability to communicate with the...
Magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in the human body. It is involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions and is a necessary component for energy metabolism, muscle function, blood pressure regulation, insulin metabolism,...