Nutrition Notes (8)
The latest evidence-based reporting in Nutrition Notes (8).
Fully-referenced deep dives, written for practitioners and the science-curious.
Sleep Quality
Serotonin is a critical neurotransmitter for mood health. It is synthesized from its precursors tryptophan and 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HTP). Due to its role in serotonin synthesis, 5-HTP may be a supportive molecule for mood health, sleep quality, and age-related brain support.
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The bi-directional communication between the gut microbiome and the brain, commonly referred to as the gut-brain axis, is a complex biochemical pathway that helps regulate central nervous system homeostasis and digestive function. The gut-brain axis may influence antioxidative status, the inflammato
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Nutritional status and other lifestyle factors may influence the body’s response to psychological stress. The brain is the most metabolically active area of the body and can be vulnerable to disruptions in cellular energy production and certain nutritional imbalances. Some vitamins and minerals such
Amino Acids
The body’s neurological network is dependent on neurotransmitters, which are molecules that help support the body’s communication system. In times of psychological stress, nutrient depletion, and other imbalances, the neurological network may benefit from supportive building blocks and other molecul
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Exposure to toxins such as heavy metals, pesticides, or mycotoxins may occur through ingestion or inhalation of contaminated food, soil, or drinking water. The incidence of toxicity due to indoor mold exposure remains low for most healthy individuals, and only toxin-forming molds are capable of harm
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All skin layers are affected by the aging process, which may involve a decreased barrier function, dermal thinning, and a loss of elasticity. Changes during the aging process, both in the skin and the rest of the body, can occur at the cellular level and may include increases in inflammation and oxi
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The bioaccumulation of heavy metals and other toxins has been a topic of recent research. It may be due to factors associated with environmental, nutritional, and occupational exposure. Evidence suggests that certain trace minerals may help support the body’s response to the exposure to certain toxi
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Elevated levels of certain toxins including mercury, lead, nickel, and cadmium can influence the function of most body systems over time. Continued exposure to certain metal toxins, such as those from the environment, workplace, food, and soil, can accumulate and be stored in many organs including b
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Chlorella (Chlorella vulgaris) is a botanical that has been shown to help support cellular health and detoxification pathways in the presence of certain toxins. It is a unicellular microscopic green alga that contains high amounts of chlorophyll and other potentially health-supportive micronutrients
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Zeolite is a type of mineral from clay that has been shown to help promote certain aspects of the detoxification process in the human body. Its porous molecular structure helps support certain biochemical actions that occur throughout hepato-enteric detoxification including ion exchange and adsorpti
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Activated charcoal is a molecule that has been used for over 200 years to help support the elimination of certain toxins in the human body. It is known as a binder, which is a type of molecule that exhibits adsorptive properties to help support the normal clearance of environmental toxins.