Nutrition Posts

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Article Highlights: BDNF's Role in Health: Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) is a crucial protein that influences brain health, metabolism, appetite control, and mood. L…

Clinical trial finds statistically significant benefit for those genetically predisposed to Alzheimer's Date: August 1, 2024 Source: Oregon Health & Science University Summary: A clinical trial suggests that a subset of older adults with a g…

By Joe Boland July 29, 2024 Alzheimer’s disease is a growing concern as populations age worldwide, and with a focus on longevity and healthy aging in the natural wellness space taking center stage, research has ramped up to explore the potential r…

After we defeated his anti-supplement bill in 2022, Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) is trying to do the same thing again. Let’s make sure he doesn’t succeed. Action Alert! Editor’s Note: We’re republishing our article from March of this year because Sen…

Do you often feel fatigued, mentally foggy, or irritable? These common symptoms might be due to a lack of thiamin (vitamin B1), a vital nutrient often missing from modern diets. While thiamin is essential, not all forms of this vitamin are created e…

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Article Highlights: - Improving your nutrient intake and addressing underlying health issues can help reduce the symptoms of restless legs, leading to better sleep and overall …

Date: July 16, 2024 Source: NIH/National Eye Institute Summary: In a new analysis of data, researchers have found that taking a daily supplement containing antioxidant vitamins and minerals slows progression of late-stage dry age-related macu…

ByArlin Cuncic, MA Updated on February 21, 2023 Reviewed by Rachel Goldman, PhD, FTOS We all have a threshold for being uncomfortable. How high that threshold is varies from person to person. The higher your threshold, the more c…

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Article Highlights: Nerve Health and Cognitive Support: RALA improves nerve sensation, comfort, and cognitive function by protecting neurons from oxidative stress. Antioxidant…

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’s esse…

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 because beet ju…

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. •  Low-Quality…

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…and Why Can’t We…

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 maintain a h…

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…

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 and p…

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 2006 have…

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 develop and …

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 personal lis…