Study Spotlight

Vitamin D, often known as “the sunshine vitamin” because of the way our bodies synthesize it naturally after sun exposure, is such a common nutrient that people may take it for granted that they are getting all they need from...

Systemic inflammation and its chronic release of cytokines and other inflammatory markers is a major health concern, especially for individuals struggling with obesity. In a sense, having extra adipose (fat) tissue, acts as a generator of inflammation, and aside from...

It’s estimated that around 10 percent of the world’s population suffers from migraines. While there are many potential causes of migraines, there may be relief on the horizon from a powerful botanical compound.

While grape seed extract is well-known for its role in strengthening the cardiovascular system and stopping tumor cells, research shows that it may also be the next great botanical for fighting obesity.

Amla (also popularly known as Indian gooseberry and officially known as both Emblica officinalis and Phyllanthus emblica) has been a staple of Ayurvedic practice for over 2,000 years. During that time, practitioners noted that it sped the healing of wounds, reduced...

It’s estimated that in the United States alone at least 35 percent of all adults get less than seven hours of sleep per night. Lack of sleep leads to more than just feeling drowsy the next day; chronic sleep deficiencies...

Over 1.5 million Americans are affected by rheumatoid arthritis. Can omega-3 fatty acids help?

For some children, medications for ADHD are either non-effective, or only seem to cause side effects. Fortunately, there is an herbal option that is not only safe, but works well in small dosages.

It’s not just for sleep – melatonin may save you from a heart attack or stroke by keeping your blood pressure numbers in check.

Even though coffee can help you wake up, feel alert, and be ready for the day ahead, having a morning cup of joe may be one of the easiest ways to keep your heart strong, too.

When we think of pain-relieving nutrients, we usually think about curcumin from turmeric, boswellia, white willow bark, or some other herbal ingredient. But a form of vitamin B12 called methylcobalamin, can help stop pain, by inhibiting pain signals and healing...

One of the reasons that weight loss can be so difficult is that it sometimes feels as though the mind and body are both working against dropping those extra pounds. That’s because sometimes, they are. This clinical study of young...

If you think of ginger as an only ‘once-in-a-while’ flavor, you may want to bump up the spice in your meals. Research shows that this amazing botanical relieves arthritis pain, stops nausea, and may even prevent tumors.

Blueberries are more than just one of nature’s best seasonal snacks. The compounds in these nutrient powerhouses may be the perfect medicine for stopping stubborn IBD symptoms.

If you have elevated fasting glucose – a high amount of sugar in your bloodstream even when you haven’t been eating – you could be on the track to getting type 2 diabetes.  A high blood sugar reading is a...

Zinc is an incredibly important mineral, involved with at least 300 different enzymes and reactions in the body. It is critical for proper cell division and differentiation, DNA and RNA repair, and the strength and stability of your cells. And...

Some estimates have stated that up to 60 percent of Americans have prehypertension and are at risk of developing full-blown high blood pressure. Fortunately, clinical research shows that grape seed extract could get those blood pressure numbers back in line.

We don’t usually think of minerals as being a fat reducer or preventing extra weight, but scientific research shows some promising results.

As people get older, they may feel a loss of vitality and energy, and wonder why. There are a lot of factors at play, but one of them is hormone balance. And one of the answers to restoring that balance...

Vitamin A is critical for your immune system. You need vitamin A for strong antibody actions, for B and T-helper cells, and for the regeneration of mucosal epithelial cells as a barrier against infection. Chronic vitamin A deficiencies early in...