Mortality risk is similar between blacks and whites when grouped by vitamin D level! Unfortunately, blacks have a 15-20 fold higher prevalence of severe vitamin D deficiency, resulting in increased risk of disease and...
Out of 49 vitamin D test results, nearly half were below 20 ng/ml, and 1 out of 5 were below 10 ng/ml… Make sure this isn’t happening to you and your loved ones! Key...
70% or more of all infants are not getting the recommended amounts of vitamin D, despite recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics Key Points Studies have found no increase in the percent of...
What is the difference between serum magnesium, red blood cell (RBC) magnesium, whole blood magnesium, and ionized magnesium, and what do they say about your magnesium status? Key Points Serum magnesium is the most...
A randomized controlled trial demonstrates a positive relationship between the Omega-3 Index (specifically EPA levels) and increased strength among athletes supplementing with omega-3 fish oils Key Points Omega-3s have been shown to help improve...
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month – A great time to spread awareness of the significant influence vitamin D has on cancer rates and survival, especially colorectal cancer! Key Points Vitamin D has many...
Here are some examples… Key Points To make sure you and those around you are getting enough vitamin D to prevent deficiency, testing vitamin D levels is an essential step Examples of medical institutions...
Randomized controlled trial shows behavioral and mental health benefits of vitamin D and magnesium for children struggling with ADHD Key Points Studies have found that children with ADHD tend to have lower levels of...
Magnesium supplements come in many different compounds, forms, and types… here are some key items to consider when choosing a magnesium supplement for your health Key Points The amount of magnesium absorbed from a...
While vitamin D supplements can partially make up for inadequate sun exposure, no supplement can replace all the benefits provided by sunshine Key Points The vitamin D level is often used as a measurement...