Zinc deficiency is common. In fact, it’s so common that experts estimate approximately two billion people worldwide are deficient. And research has repeatedly shown this “deficiency epidemic” is causing a serious global challenge. Namely, those that...
Fact: COVID-19 is a virus, and viruses are always more deadly to the elderly and people with compromised immune systems. So, is there anything we can do nutritionally to make our immune system stronger and reduce the damage a viral attack can cause? Proven research...
Iron is an essential mineral that doesn’t receive the attention that “big vitamins” do. This is unfortunate considering there is a virtual epidemic of iron deficiency around the world. Iron is essential for the proper functioning of the immune and...
Iron plays important roles for athletic performance, including red blood cell production and oxygen transport. Previous studies have demonstrated positive associations between athletic performance measurements and iron concentrations. It is now common knowledge that...
Inadequate zinc levels contributed to high blood pressure (hypertension) in a new study conducted on mice. The research demonstrated that lower-than-normal zinc levels altered the way the kidneys handle sodium. Zinc deficiency is common in people with chronic...
An essential mineral Potassium is one of the seven essential macrominerals. The human body uses potassium constantly to support key processes. According to Medical News Today, high potassium intake reduces the risk of overall mortality by 20 percent. It also decreases...
