The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has now followed through on the 2000 DRI for vitamin E that we have been discussing with Maret Traber, Ph.D. FDA has decided to change the labeling of vitamin E supplements along with other nutrients including vitamin D in the upcoming Nutrition Facts...
We have been chatting with Maret Traber, Ph.D., about her research on the basics of vitamin E function, and now we can move on to some of her latest research. This month, we will discuss the recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for vitamin E and Dr. Traber’s new research on the...
Most aging adults are in search of the fountain of youth, longing to hang onto smooth skin, mental acuity and fluid joints for as long as possible. They are not alone in this search. Researchers hoping to better understand the aging process are taking a good hard look at one...
Bone health is probably one area your customers feel pretty comfortable with. The words calcium and vitamin D appear on labels of everyday food items and brands have been advertising their bone health benefits for years. However, nutrition is a science that is always changing and consumers need to understand...
Detoxification is a personal and physical experience, an exercise of discipline and a commitment to health and wellness. And, while this process may involve many things, from inspiring someone to overcome his or her addiction to alcohol and drugs to cleansing the body of the toxins of so many additives...
Detox has moved from health trend to health “must have” for many people. Could internal cleansing be right for you? What Is Detox? Toxins from the air, artificial food colors/flavors, chemical exposure and more bombard our bodies every day. Even normal metabolism releases toxins in our bodies. The body...
