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News & Articles By Michael Alexander
02/19/2021
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By Michael Alexander
Cutting out sugar: How to deal with sugar detox symptoms
The average American consumes 270 calories of added sugars, which translates to roughly 17 teaspoons daily. This amount is a far cry from the amount recommended in the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines, which notes that less than 10 percent of a person’s daily caloric intake should come from added sugars. According to the American Heart Association, this translates to […]
02/10/2021
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By Michael Alexander
Supplementing with fish oil and vitamin D may reduce cancer-related deaths, boost heart health
People looking to reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer may want to improve their vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acid intake, according to recent research from the North American Menopause Society. The meta-analysis, published in the Journal of the American Heart Association (JAHA), looked at 13 studies that focused on the effects of vitamin D and […]
01/01/2021
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By Michael Alexander
Lower your cholesterol naturally with these foods and nutrients
According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 73.5 million American adults, or more than 31 percent of the total adult population in the United States, have elevated levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL), or bad cholesterol. It’s a well-known fact that having high levels of bad cholesterol dramatically increases your risk of […]
12/31/2020
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By Michael Alexander
This common mineral helps lower insulin resistance in people with Type 2 diabetes
Magnesium is one of the most abundant minerals in Nature. It can even be found inside the human body. Magnesium is an essential mineral because the body needs it but can’t produce it. It is involved in over 300 bodily processes, including the production of health-supporting antioxidants like glutathione and the metabolism of vitamin D. In addition, […]
11/26/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Study reveals vitamin C is key for stroke prevention and promoting heart health
Strokes are some of the most common medical conditions in the United States. So common, in fact, that according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 795,000 people in the United States have a stroke every year. Of these cases, 610,000 are classified as first or new strokes, while 185,000 — or […]
11/23/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Not losing weight on keto? Here’s why
Originally developed in the 1920s, the ketogenic diet has increased in popularity in recent years as a weight-management method. A popular diet among athletes and fitness enthusiasts, the ketogenic diet aims to make the body enter a metabolic state called ketosis. While in ketosis, the body uses stored fats as its primary energy source. This, experts say, is […]
09/25/2020
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By Michael Alexander
“Vegetarian” fast food options are still full of fat, calories and sodium, caution health experts
A fast-food restaurant’s vegetarian offerings may not be as healthy as you might think. This is according to nutritionist Christina Crowder who noted that while some fast-food items may indeed feature “healthy” ingredients such as fresh vegetables, these are often smothered with salty sauces and served with sugary drinks. In addition, these are often accompanied by other […]
07/08/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Boosting selenium levels helps reduce premature death risk, say scientists
Having high selenium levels is linked to a longer, healthier life, says a recent study published in The Journal of Nutrition, Health & Aging. The study used data from an earlier research known as the ilSIRENTE Study, which involved nearly 350 men and women aged 80 years and older who live in a small mountain community in Italy. Selenium is an important antioxidant and […]
05/29/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Researchers: Vitamin D deficiency may lead to severe COVID-19 complications, death
Those who are deficient in vitamin D may be more prone to developing severe COVID-19 symptoms, according to a new research paper. The statistical analysis, conducted by a team of researchers from Northwestern University and published in preprint format on the MedXRiv site, covered Wuhan coronavirus cases in multiple countries, including China, Iran, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom and the […]
05/10/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Study: Vitamin D deficiency found to increase the risk of fatal coronavirus infections and a deadly “cytokine storm”
People suffering from vitamin D deficiency have a higher risk of contracting a fatal coronavirus infection, a new study has revealed. A research team from Northwestern University conducted a statistical analysis of data gathered from hospitals and clinics across different countries such as China, France, Germany, Italy, Iran, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, the United Kingdom […]
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