Nutrition Posts

By Dr. Josh Axe, DC, DNM, CN January 29, 2023 Magnesium is arguably the most important mineral in the body, which is why magnesium deficiency can be such an issue. Not only does magnesium help regulate calcium, potassium and sodium, but it’…

by Carolyn Dean, MD, ND (OMNS Nov 9, 2017) Even though I've spent the last 20 years focused on one mineral, magnesium, it's made me a generalist, not a specialist, because magnesium does so much for the body. Most people are deficient in magnesium.…

By Joe Boland July 3, 2024 Can a glass of beetroot juice a day keep the doctor away? According to recent research published in Frontiers in Nutrition, it just may help postmenopausal women avoid a visit to the cardiologist. That’s beca…

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Article Highlights: •  Added Sugar: Gummy vitamins often contain high amounts of sugar and artificial ingredients, making them less beneficial than they appear. &bul…

Cal Newport June 19, 2024 When I visited London last month, a large marketing push was underway for the paperback edition of Chris van Tulleken’s UK bestseller, Ultra-Processed People: Why Do We All Eat Stuff That Isn’t Food&hell…

June13,2024   Ancient cultures have been leaning on superfoods for ages, reaping the many nutritional benefits. And in today’s world, health-minded individuals are still incorporating these age-old foods into their diets as a way to m…

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Article Highlights: Mitochondria and Energy Production: Mitochondria are the powerhouses of cells. They are vital for energy, metabolism, hormone production, and immune regulat…

Summer is rapidly approaching, and the great outdoors is beckoning you. Camping, hiking in the woods, reading a good book under a tree, and walking your dog along a less-traveled path can set you up for one of the most debilitating vector-borne di…

The "dog days of summer" have arrived, and with the heat comes new nutritional challenges. Weekend warriors, the elderly, children, and those with outdoor jobs need to take extra care to replenish their bodies in the heat. In addition to water intak…

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition   Berberine is a remarkable phytonutrient that has been used in traditional healing for centuries. As we continue to explore its benefits, you will find it is a versatile …

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Fisetin is an amazing phytonutrient that supports healthy aging in multiple ways. It is a powerful senolytic that provides stellar antioxidant protection for the brain and inter…

William B. Grant, PhD OMNS (Feb 27, 2024) The year 2023 marks 100 years after Elmer McCollum discovered vitamin D [1]. For the first 80 years after the discovery, vitamin D was mostly known for its role in regulating the absorption and metabolism o…

Senior author acknowledges manipulated figures in study tying a form of amyloid protein to memory impairment 4 Jun 2024 3:10 PM ET ByCharles Piller Authors of a landmark Alzheimer’s disease research paper published in Nature in 200…

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Chances are you know someone with Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s, or another chronic neurodegenerative disease. Have you ever wondered how and why these disorders …

Date:May 22, 2024Source:University of Rochester Medical CenterSummary:Results of a small study showed that a whole-food, plant-based diet followed by women with stage 4 breast cancer improved several measures of health, including levels of cancer gr…

By Jillian Levy, CHHC Is broccoli the healthiest vegetable? It’s certainly near the top of the list thanks to all that broccoli nutrition provides. Ask any nutritionist, medical doctor, neuropath or nutrition researcher for his or her p…

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Does your diet provide you with enough protein? Many individuals need more protein than they realize! Inadequate protein can lead to subtle changes in health and metabolism affe…

While medications play a crucial role in managing various health conditions, it's essential to be aware that some drugs may inadvertently deplete essential nutrients and electrolytes. Medications like metformin, methotrexate, and diure…

Private Physicians Medical Associates Among Americans 65 years and older, cancer is the second leading cause of death each year, affecting 982 out of every 100,000 people. Leading a healthy lifestyle is one of the best ways to ensure you stay healt…

It can be a real challenge to get all of the vitamins and minerals you need on a daily basis from food alone. Even with a picture-perfect diet, many of the modern agricultural processes have led to a steep drop in nutrient density in our food supp…

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Feeling a bit drained lately? Your body may be craving some B12 and folate! Restrictive diets and various health factors leave many deficient in these vital nutrients. From drug…

By Rachael Link, MS, RD Malnutrition is a serious issue that affects millions around the globe. The standard American diet can lead to malnutrition too. Believe it or not, you don’t have to have protruding bones or gaunt features to be consid…

Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute, the National Cancer Institute (NCI) of the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Aalborg University in Denmark, have found that vitamin D encourages the growth of a type of gut bacteria in mic…

Politico reported: Bird flu virus fragments have been detected in retail milk samples across the U.S., industry groups told lawmakers on Capitol Hill, according to three people familiar with the matter. The FDA on Tuesday confirmed “some of …