Key Points Substance misuse and overdose has become a growing crisis, especially since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic Alcoholism is the most common cause of magnesium imbalance; one study showed that the higher...
Vitamin D level may affect levels of the “Master Antioxidant” glutathione, known to help maintain health, protect from toxins, and promote longevity Key Points Glutathione is critical to help protect our cells from damage...
Education on basic health and nutritional strategies to help improve immunity are still lacking from the majority of public health measures taken to end the COVID-19 pandemic Key Points Key components to maintaining good...
Study shows selenium status may be a better predictor of breast cancer mortality than several important tumor characteristics Key Points Selenium (Se) is an essential mineral with antioxidant properties, and higher levels of selenium...
Alcohol intake can present an issue for several nutrients, with magnesium, vitamin D and certain B vitamins among those affected Last week, we covered a list of medications that have a potential affect on...
Video Friday: Learn about the production and balance of thyroid hormones and how specific nutrients play a role in optimal thyroid function Certain nutrients, such as iodine, selenium, zinc, B-vitamins, vitamin D, vitamin A...
Monday June 14th was Carole’s birthday! Share the abundant gifts that you have helped create. It’s GrassrootsHealth’s founder Carole Baggerly’s BIRTHDAY week! June 14th was a very special day in honoring everyone’s work to...
Common toxins to avoid and simple steps to help remove them from your body We’re exposed to chemicals on a daily basis, most of which have the potential to harm our health. They’re in...
Education on nutritional strategies to help improve immunity are lacking from the news and public health measures taken to end the COVID-19 pandemic The news these days has been filled with talk about lock-downs,...
Deficiencies in zinc, selenium, and vitamin D may lead to improper immune and inflammatory response to viral infections Severe COVID-19 is associated with excessive activation of the innate immune system, leading to uncontrolled inflammation...