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...
One of the most common trace metal imbalances is a high copper level with a low zinc level; measuring the Zinc to Copper Ratio can tell you if these two minerals are in balance...
Congratulations and Thanks to the Target-D Trial for demonstrating the importance of dosing based on serum level! Key Points Findings from the Target-D trial showed that participants needed much more vitamin D than what...