Nutritional Factors in Female Fertility, Part 1 of 2
As the average reproductive age rises, many turn to natural ways to enhance fertility The age at which we elect to reproduce has been on the rise for some time. Both men and women are putting parenthood on hold to pursuing a variety of things including their career, financial security, travel and global exploration,…
Keeping Your Immune System On Guard
Six supplements that support healthy immune system function Let’s face it: we are surrounded by a veritable sea of viruses, bacteria, and other infectious agents. What keeps these nasties at bay, in addition to physical barriers such as the skin and mucus secretions, is the immune system. If pathogens happen to gain entry, the…
Nutrients that Support the Thyroid
Important nutrients for Hashimoto’s and hypothyroidism As the master of metabolism, the thyroid gland regulates digestion, energy production, mental sharpness, fat burning, and heart rate.[1] Even the suppleness and strength of the skin, hair, and fingernails are significantly affected by thyroid function. All of these metabolic processes require fuel, making the thyroid a particularly…
Selenium: A Mineral Essential for Detox/Redox
Guarding against environmental toxins Selenium is a mineral with remarkable antioxidant benefits. Although it is needed only in small amounts, selenium is vital for thyroid, reproductive and immune function, and for protecting the brain, heart, and kidneys against environmental toxins.[1] Selenium is like a battery that operates within 25 different selenium-containing proteins (selenoproteins) in…
Selenium and Thyroid Health
A trace mineral for major benefit Sitting at the front of the neck, like a butterfly spreading its wings over the throat, the thyroid is one of the most exposed glands of the endocrine system. Controlling growth, development, and metabolism, the thyroid requires proper nutrition to function and produce hormones appropriately. The changes in…
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