Former Assistant Professor, Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto
Director of The Conacher Head and Neck Cancer Research Laboratory, Toronto General Hospital
Orthomolecular Nutritionist and Independent Research Analyst, Healthcare Writer and Lecturer
Website: https://aileenburfordmason.ca
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ABOUT DR. BURFORD-MASON
Dr. Burford-Mason, a biochemist, immunologist and cell biologist, is an internationally-recognized authority on the use of nutritional supplements in clinical practice, including the optimization of Vitamin D. Her expertise in the field of nutrition and the role that appropriately-dosed vitamins play in the prevention and treatment of disease has been enthusiastically embraced by many doctors and the general public. Addressing such timely issues as immune function, healthy aging, and brain health, her courses and books are clearly written and accessible to scientists and non-scientists alike. She teaches popular courses for MDs and other practitioners on the use of diet and nutritional supplements in clinical practice.
BOOKS
Dr. Burford-Mason is the author of several best-selling books on nutrition, health and healing. Her books include:
- Eat Well Age Better (Dundurn Press)
- The Healthy Brain (HarperCollins Canada)
- The War Against Viruses (HarperCollins Canada)
RECENT PUBLICATIONS
Burford-Mason AP. Orthomolecular Medicine and Heart Health: Unmasking the Magnesium Link to Multiple Risk Factors for Cardiovascular Disease. Journal of Orthomolecular Medicine, 2013;38(1):9-16
Burford-Mason AP. Vitamin D deficiency in older adults, Part 1: The prevention of chronic degenerative disease and support of immune health. Geriatrics & Aging. 2009;12(1):44-47
Burford-Mason AP. Magnesium. 2006. Scientific Evidence for Musculoskeletal, Bariatric and Sports Nutrition. Taylor and Francis (CRC Press) USA. pp 137-152.
Burford-Mason AP, Dryden P, Kelner M, Saunders PR, Ware M.Complementary and Alternative (CAM) Therapies and Pain in the Elderly: A Review. Geriatrics & Aging. 2005. 8(6):28-33
Burford-Mason AP. Vitamin E and Heart Disease Controversy: Two Major Studies; One Common Flaw. Editorial in: J Ortho Med. 18(2):59-60; 2003