Most Children Are Not Getting Enough Vitamin D
Over 90% of children in the United States have vitamin D levels below the recommended 40 ng/ml – how can you help ensure your child is getting enough? Key Points 93% of children in...
The Motivating Story behind the Beginning of D*action
Video Friday: To kick off Breast Cancer PREVENTION Month, we share this video by our director, Carole Baggerly, about her breast cancer story turned inspiration Key Points An estimated 67-70% of breast cancer could...
Higher Vitamin D Levels Associated with Lower Labor Pain Scores
Study shows women with higher vitamin D levels at the beginning stage of labor reported less pain during labor and after birth Key Points Vitamin D levels of at least 40 ng/ml (100 nmol/L)...
Combining Vitamin D and Omega-3s Produced the Greatest Improvements for Depression, Anxiety and Sleep
This randomized controlled trial offers an excellent example of how nutrients work together to provide benefits beyond taking either on its own Key Points While many nutrients have very specific actions within the body,...
How Your Microbiome Affects Your Emotions and Wellbeing
Video Friday: Research shows how the microbes in our gut can affect the way we think, feel, and act through the microbiome-gut-brain axis Key Points The gut microbiome has the ability to affect physical...
Omega-3s Show Prebiotic Effects Similar to Fiber
Study reveals effects of 6 weeks of omega-3 supplementation on the composition and function of the gut microbiome Key Points The microbiome and the metabolites it produces can have multiple effects on overall health,...
Women with PCOS May Benefit from Magnesium and Melatonin Supplementation
Study demonstrates beneficial effects of melatonin and magnesium co-supplementation on total testosterone, metabolic parameters, and sleep quality for women with PCOS Key Points Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is associated with endocrine and metabolic abnormalities,...
Supplemental Biotin May Interfere with Some Lab Tests
Video Friday: Must-know information about biotin… Have you received a higher vitamin D result from another lab? This could be why. Key Points Supplemental biotin may interfere with certain immunoassay lab tests, leading to...
Increased Omega-3 Intake Shown to Reduce Headache Frequency and Severity
A study on migraines concludes that increased intake and blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids may help reduce headaches for migraine sufferers Key Points Nutrients such as magnesium, vitamin D, and omega-3s have been...
What is Your Summer’s End Vitamin D Level?
Vitamin D levels tend to be at their peak at summer’s end – what is your level after this summer’s events? Key Points GrassrootsHealth scientists recommend measuring the vitamin D level at the end...