Nutrients Shown to Improve Mental Health
Today, September 10, is World Suicide Prevention Day – How could nutrients help? “One in every 100 deaths worldwide is the result of suicide.” World Suicide Prevention Day is observed on September 10th to...
Vitamin D and Melatonin for COVID-19
Video Friday: In this interview, Dr. Paul Marik discusses vitamin D and melatonin as two useful supplements included in his COVID-19 prevention and treatment protocol In the video featured today, Dr. Mobeen Syed interviews...
Omega-3s DHA and EPA May Help Reduce PCOS
Study shows inverse association between omega-3 fatty acid intake, serum levels, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) risk Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine disorder that can cause problems with the menstrual cycle and...
Could Diet Affect COVID-19 Outcomes?
Study reports on an association between dietary patterns and severity of COVID-19 illness Several factors have been associated with the severity of COVID-19 disease, including age, ethnicity, and preexisting conditions. Nutrient deficiencies, especially of...
Your hs-CRP Level can be an Early Warning of Un-Diagnosed Diseases
Video Friday: Dr. Susan Brown describes c-reactive protein and the importance of measuring your levels of chronic inflammation Inflammation, as a major cause of osteoporosis and many other chronic diseases, can go unnoticed and...
The Connection between Opioid Addiction and Vitamin D
Study shows how low vitamin D levels can lead to increased risk of Opioid Use and Addiction In addition to producing vitamin D, sunlight or UVB exposure results in the release of beta-endorphins, which...
The Body Needs All Forms of Vitamin D
Each form of vitamin D, not just the hormonal form, is necessary for optimal health There is a common misconception that the only ‘active’ form of vitamin D, and the only one that really...
DHA vs EPA – is there a difference in what to take and why?
Research is now showing evidence that both DHA and EPA have unique benefits to our health Healthy omega-3 levels, defined as an Omega-3 Index of at least 8%, have been associated with heart health,...
With Vitamin D, Add More Insights with Other Measures
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...
CRP, an Indicator of Current and Future Health, is Greatly Influenced by Several Nutrients
CRP, a biomarker for inflammation linked to many diseases, can be greatly influenced by nutrients including vitamin D, omega-3s, and magnesium Chronic, low-level inflammation has been linked to a number of chronic diseases ranging...