From a physiological set-point perspective, ‘normal’ vitamin D status would be a 25(OH)D concentration that requires little or no compensatory PTH response under basal conditions, where minimal adaptation is necessary, which occurs around 50...
A recent article in a respected journal focuses on discrediting vitamin D and advancements made in vitamin D research – what should you believe, and how can you respond to this misinformation? Key Points...
What does the published research say about vitamin D and thyroid function, especially for Hashimoto’s patients? Learn and share for January’s Thyroid Awareness Month Key Points A study by Mirhosseini et al. in which...
A new study used data from 29 cohorts in 15 different countries to find that those with the highest levels of DHA, EPA, or both had the lowest risk of total and ischemic stroke...
The average vitamin D result has remained steady at around 60 ng/ml since 2021. What is your level? What is too high, and when is toxicity a concern? Key Points The results distribution from...
A Gift for You, Save 15% Today and Tomorrow Only! More than 80% of participants testing their Omega-3 Index are below the recommended 8% Key Points More than 80% of our participants who measure...
Mercury is a highly toxic heavy metal that can collect in and cause damage to the body’s tissues, especially the brain; it can also cause selenium deficiency, leading to diseases such as thyroid disease…...
Cadmium accumulates in the kidneys and thyroid gland, and can contribute to thyroid issues, infertility, uterine fibroids, and other reproductive tract diseases… are you being affected by cadmium toxicity? Key Points While the primary...
There is no safe level of lead, yet 65% of GrassrootsHealth participants have detectable levels; high levels of lead have been associated with neurological defects in developing children, low levels of vitamin D, and...
A review of the research showing the relationships between vitamin D, magnesium, and omega-3 fatty acids and cholesterol and triglyceride levels Key Points A recent paper found a significant decrease in TC, LDL-C, and...