Research & Education (5)
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Fully-referenced deep dives, written for practitioners and the science-curious.
Cardiovascular Health
Complications related to oral health, such as periodontal disease, dental caries, and tooth loss, have been suggested to be associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, while periodontal disease (PD) ranks as the s
Connection Autoimmune
Autoimmune diseases are multifactorial, influenced by genetic predisposition, environmental factors, and, notably, the health of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and gut microbiome. The intricate connection between immune and GI health has been extensively studied in recent decades. Unsurprisingly, a
Bone Health
Research in the last few decades has highlighted the positive effect of vitamin K, a fat-soluble vitamin, on bone health and strength. Increasing evidence concludes that suboptimal vitamin K status or low vitamin K consumption is associated with an increased risk of fracture, lower bone mass, and in
Immune Support
Nettles, also known as “stinging nettle” (Urtica dioica L.), have traditionally been used worldwide as a folk medicine remedy for supporting respiratory and joint health and various other applications, such as hypertension. Documentation points to its use in ancient Egypt and ancient Greece and amon
Immune Support
While most people are familiar with vitamin C’s role in promoting immune health, its lesser-known role is promoting cardiovascular health through its interactions with nitric oxide (NO) and the blood vessel lining, or endothelium. Vitamin C (also referred to as ascorbate) plays a beneficial role in
Hormonal Balance
Nitric oxide (NO) is recognized as one of the most important molecules produced by the body. It was named “Molecule of the Year” by Science in 1992, and in 1998, the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to the three U.S. scientists responsible for its discovery. Nitric oxide is a messen
Amino Acids
The body utilizes two critical pathways to maintain nitric oxide (NO) production to promote normal blood pressure and flow, among other vital functions. The first pathway of NO production requires the precursor amino acid L-arginine and a healthy structure and function of the vascular endothelium. U
Glucose Metabolism
Nitric oxide (NO) is a messenger molecule that plays a role in nearly every organ system in the body. Nitric oxide regulates hormone secretion, nutrient metabolism, cardiac contractility, smooth muscle relaxation, immune function, and cognitive health, and supports a healthy microbial balance. Healt
Metabolic Health
The vitamin E family consists of two subgroups: tocopherols and tocotrienols. These two subgroups can be broken down further into their corresponding isomers (alpha, beta, gamma, and delta), totaling eight vitamin E isomers. Research suggests that vitamin E tocotrienols exert clinically relevant ben
Saunas Electrolyte
Detoxifying through Sweating
Vitamin C Status
Acerola fruit (Malpighia emarginata DC. or Malpighia glabra L.), also known as Barbados cherry or West Indian cherry, is one of the world's richest natural sources of vitamin C. Remarkably, this small cherry-like fruit has 50 to 100 times the vitamin C content of oranges or lemons. Eating just three