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New Zealand study proves synthetic Vitamin C (ascorbate) is inferior to whole foods
Vitamin C was first identified in 1912, but wasn't chemically produced---or synthesized---until 1933. And since that time there has been a debate over whether the synthesized version could be as effective as "whole food" Vitamin C received from real food. This debate...
Study finds elderly patients taking Vitamin D supplements more likely to survive COVID-19
A new study from France has found that elderly COVID-19 patients who were previously taking Vitamin D supplements had a better chance of surviving the disease compared to those who hadn't taken supplements in the previous 12 months. The data was gathered as part of...
“Synergy” of vitamins D and K shown to lower risk of all-cause mortality
Researchers reviewing data from a 16-year population based study have demonstrated a link between low blood concentrations of vitamins D and K and an increased risk for all-cause mortality. The research was gathered from the Prevention of Renal and Vascular End-Stage...
Turmeric shown to be effective for osteoarthritis pain in new Australian study
According to a new placebo-controlled clinical trial from Australia, turmeric was effective as a therapy for osteoarthritis. The researchers reported that turmeric was beneficial for test subjects who were "experiencing symptomatic knee arthritis and knee...
High sugar intake promotes aggressive behavior and bipolar disorder, according to new research
New research has discovered that conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity syndrome (ADHD), bipolar disorder, and even basic aggressive behaviors may be linked with sugar intake. This finding is not earth-shattering news for health advocates who have...
Study links Vitamin D deficiency to 54% higher SARS-CoV-2 positivity rate
A new study has found that people with insufficient levels of Vitamin D have a 54% higher SARS-CoV-2 positivity rate compared to people with a sufficient Vitamin D level. SARS-CoV-2 is the strain of coronavirus that causes COVID-19, the respiratory illness responsible...
L-Carnitine supplementing reduces waistline and improves blood pressure, according to meta-analysis
L-Carnitine is a non-protein amino acid found in meat, fish, milk and dairy products. It plays a role in lipid metabolism by transporting long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondria and is a popular supplement for fat burning, energy promotion and blood pressure....
Ginkgo biloba—the oldest tree on earth may also be the oldest medicine
Ginkgo Biloba today is known for the many medicinal benefits of its leaves and nuts. But not many people know that the Ginkgo Biloba is the oldest tree on earth. “It is a living fossil,” says noted British botanist Sir Peter Crane, PhD, writing in a Yale University...
CoQ10 study shows protective muscle benefit for pro athletes
The antioxidant nutrient CoQ10 is probably most recognized as a supplement for middle-aged and elderly people. This is because its best known health benefits include cardiovascular, neurological and infertility support. However, new research is highlighting the fact...
The Optimal Breathing Technique
In addition to diet, exercise and supplementing, Optimal Health Systems has always advocated regular deep breathing exercises in order to maintain optimal health. And we have advocated this practice for well over two decades! For your convenience, we are providing...
New Chinese study affirms cholesterol-lowering benefits of green tea
Green tea has been studied extensively for a myriad of health benefits. One of those benefits is cholesterol regulation. Unfortunately not all of the studies have come to the same conclusion. Recognizing this situation, in early 2020 a Chinese university set out to...
Cardiovascular health benefits of Omega-3s once again demonstrated in new meta analysis
A new meta analysis that surveyed 40 earlier trials on Omega-3 fatty acids is cementing the fact that the nutrient is absolutely critical for cardiovascular health. The survey totaled 135,266 subjects and the results were published earlier this month in the journal...