Study reports on an association between dietary patterns and severity of COVID-19 illness Several factors have been associated with the severity of COVID-19 disease, including age, ethnicity, and preexisting conditions. Nutrient deficiencies, especially of...
Study shows optimal thyroid function may require a vitamin D level of at least 50 ng/ml (125 nmol/L) The thyroid is a gland that produces, stores, and releases thyroid hormones, which are important to...
5000 IU vitamin D per day shown to have greater impact on COVID-19 recovery and correcting vitamin D deficiency compared to 1000 IU per day The immune system relies on vitamin D for both...
Video Friday: Dr. Renu Mahtani explains part of the Coimbra Protocol for the treatment and management of autoimmune disorders with vitamin D It’s Video Friday! Today’s video is presented by Dr. Renu Mahtani, MD,...
Study shows how low vitamin D levels can lead to increased risk of Opioid Use and Addiction In addition to producing vitamin D, sunlight or UVB exposure results in the release of beta-endorphins, which...
Each form of vitamin D, not just the hormonal form, is necessary for optimal health There is a common misconception that the only ‘active’ form of vitamin D, and the only one that really...
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...
Today is Carole’s birthday! She wants to share her presents with you. It’s GrassrootsHealth’s founder Carole Baggerly’s BIRTHDAY! June 14th is a very special day in honoring everyone’s work to Move Research into Practice...
CRP, a biomarker for inflammation linked to many diseases, can be greatly influenced by nutrients including vitamin D, omega-3s, and magnesium Chronic, low-level inflammation has been linked to a number of chronic diseases ranging...
Analysis of NHANES 2011-2012 data shows a significantly reduced risk of more severe depression with higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids Depression is a common mental disorder that affects more than 300 million people...