Author: Denise Groothuis, Nutritionist
Arginine is a non-essential amino acid, which is a building block for making proteins in the body. There are 20 amino acids, 9 of which are essential, which means they must be consumed since our body cannot make them. Arginine has become popular as a supplement for hypertension/cardiovascular dysfunction and is commonly found in supplements …
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Zinc is an essential trace mineral required by every cell in the body. Zinc deficiency is prevalent worldwide and can contribute to many health problems, such as poor neurological function, weakened immunity, allergies, thinning hair, leaky gut, chronic fatigue syndrome, changes in taste and smell, weight gain/loss, rashes, and acne. Some research also shows that …
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Intermittent fasting has been getting a lot of press for its potential benefits which include weight loss, improved blood sugar levels, improved heart health, decreased hunger, and reduced inflammation. If you’re not familiar with the term, intermittent fasting is when one restricts the time he/she is eating, usually between 12-16 hours per day or even …
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Every day, the main story in the news is the spread of Coronavirus and the death toll in the US and worldwide. The virus has everyone in a panic, and stores are sold out of hand sanitizer while shelves become bare of the essentials as people prepare for the worst from this outbreak. While no …
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Most people know that diet and exercise are important for our health, and every month more studies are published showing how our lifestyle choices significantly impact our body systems. A new study published in Human Reproduction found that men who engaged in the most physical activity had the highest sperm motility, which is defined as …
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