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Connective Tissue Diseases and the Heart Disease Connection

Connective tissue is the most abundant type of tissue in our body. The shape and form of the body, including its organs, muscles, bones, and cartilage, […]

The Importance of Micronutrients for Athletic Performance

Athletes focus on increasing stamina, reducing muscle fatigue and injuries, and maximizing performance. While they recognize the role of macronutrients such as proteins, carbohydrates, fats, and […]

New Findings in Lyme Disease Research

Lyme disease (LD) is the most common vector-borne disease in the USA (approximately 30,000 cases annually) and in Europe (approximately 65,000 – 80,000 cases annually). However, […]

The Benefits of Micronutrients in Skin Disease – Psoriasis

Psoriasis is an autoimmune, chronic inflammatory skin disease characterized by thickened, red skin with silvery scaled patches. These patches typically occur on the scalp, elbows, knees, […]

Micronutrients Support Normal Uterine Contractions

The uterus, commonly referred as the “womb”, is a hollow and highly expandable organ responsible for accommodating the growing fetus during the nine months of pregnancy. […]

Health Protective Effects of Phytonutrients: Curcumin

Curcumin is the most abundant natural phenol (curcuminoid) present in turmeric, the Indian curry spice, and gives it its yellow color. Obtained from the rhizomes of […]

Health Protective Effects of Phytonutrients: Quercetin

Phytonutrients are natural components of plants. Their important functions include protecting the plants from insects, diseases, draught, ultraviolet rays and pollutants. Until recently, phytonutrients were not […]

Micronutrient Synergy Helps Maintain Healthy Teeth and Gums

Gum disease affects everyone and is not exclusively a childhood disease. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates about half of all American […]