Vitamin D level may affect levels of the “Master Antioxidant” glutathione, known to help maintain health, protect from toxins, and promote longevity Key Points Glutathione is critical to help protect our cells from damage...
Thyroid Awareness Month – Share how certain nutrients can influence thyroid function and health this January! Key Points Nutrients such as iodine, selenium, zinc, B-vitamins, vitamin D, vitamin A and amino acids are needed...
Getting enough magnesium can make a difference in how vitamin D affects certain health outcomes Key Points Magnesium is an important co-nutrient for vitamin D, and is needed to help vitamin D carry out...
Studies indicate that having higher levels of vitamin D and getting more magnesium may increase hemoglobin levels and decrease the risk of anemia Key Points Anemia (low levels of hemoglobin in the blood) affects more...
There is no safe level of lead, yet nearly 70% of GrassrootsHealth participants have detectable levels, and 20% have levels above the reference range. Here’s how to tell if lead exposure is affecting you....
An estimated two billion people world-wide are deficient in zinc, an element essential for immune health, central nervous system function, growth and reproduction, and much more – how to tell if you are getting...
Study shows selenium status may be a better predictor of breast cancer mortality than several important tumor characteristics Key Points Selenium (Se) is an essential mineral with antioxidant properties, and higher levels of selenium...
Alcohol intake can present an issue for several nutrients, with magnesium, vitamin D and certain B vitamins among those affected Last week, we covered a list of medications that have a potential affect on...
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...
Monday June 14th was Carole’s birthday! Share the abundant gifts that you have helped create. It’s GrassrootsHealth’s founder Carole Baggerly’s BIRTHDAY week! June 14th was a very special day in honoring everyone’s work to...