How vaccines work and why certain nutrients are necessary for maximizing their effectiveness Nutrients have the ability to enhance our immune response. They can help strengthen our body’s first line of defense against pathogens...
Our paper on breast cancer and vitamin D has been named as one of the top 10% most cited PLOS ONE papers published in 2018! Exciting news!! Our paper, titled Breast cancer risk markedly...
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...
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...
An estimated 42% of young adults have ongoing magnesium deficiency, which could lead to several health complaints Magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in the human body. It is involved in over 300...
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...
Observations from recent studies cause concern for those with high triglycerides and at risk for cardiovascular disease Atrial fibrillation (also called Afib or AF), is an irregular, often rapid heart rate that can cause...
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...