https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/rss en-us adfgfdss@wfcinc.com Note: This article was originally published by the Orthomolecular Medicine News Service (OMNS). To subscribe to OMNS, visit http://orthomolecular.org/subscribe.html, and access the OMNS archives as http://orthomolecular.org/resources/omns/index.shtml. The Harvard-led Vitamin D and Omega 3 trial (VITAL), recently published findings showing a meaningful (22%) and statistically significant (p = 0.05, Hazard ratio... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/6282 Thu, 25 Aug 2022 07:03:49 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/6282-it-s-official-vitamin-d-reduces-the-incidence-of-autoimmunity Vit-D.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com Hidden in plain sight is a nutrient made by the body that has been shrouded in mystery—until now. This important new supplement naturally boosts the body’s levels of coenzyme Q10, vitamin K2, and skeletal muscle proteins. Restoration to natural levels of this nutrient can protect from age-related physical decline, maintain... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/3268 Tue, 24 May 2022 11:00:10 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/3268-a-new-supplement-brings-many-health-benefits-gg Vit-Conn.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com Note: The views and opinions expressed here are those of the author (s) and contributor (s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher and editors of WholeFoods Magazine. Information in this article is intended for educational and scientific purposes only. It is not intended as medical or nutritional... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8670 Tue, 28 Sep 2021 09:36:54 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8670-preventing-post-covid-symptoms-with-pycnogenol-a-new-clinical-study Vit-Conn.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com Note: The views and opinions expressed here are those of the author (s) and contributor (s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher and editors of WholeFoods Magazine. Information in this interview is intended for educational and scientific purposes only. It is not intended as medical or nutritional advice... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8669 Fri, 27 Aug 2021 11:59:28 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8669-the-breaking-news-on-fluoridation-and-intelligence-shows-even-more-harm-part-2-an-interview-with-paul-connett-ph-d GettyImages-1303012251.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com Note: The views and opinions expressed here are those of the author (s) and contributor (s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher and editors of WholeFoods Magazine. Information in this interview is intended for educational and scientific purposes only. It is not intended as medical or nutritional... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8668 Thu, 29 Apr 2021 10:21:31 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8668-recent-us-government-funded-studies-link-fluoride-exposure-to-iq-loss Vit-Conn.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com Several viruses have been proven to be stopped indirectly by the dietary essential amino acid, L-Lysine. This is because at least some viruses depend on the amino acid L-arginine to replicate, and L-Lysine has a chemical structure so similar to L-arginine that at least some viruses mistakenly incorporate L-Lysine instead... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8667 Thu, 18 Mar 2021 11:59:54 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8667-lysine-reported-to-halt-coronaviruses-an-interview-with-bill-sardi Vit-Conn.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] [caption id="attachment_60631" align="alignright" width="281"] Michael E. Passwater, MT(ASCP)SBB, DLM, CSSGB(ASQ)[/caption] In October 2018, I called upon my son Michael Passwater to explain how high-dose (IV) vitamin C acts to help fight Sepsis. It is important that more physicians and lay people be aware of this proven fact, especially now. http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/1467 Fri, 22 Jan 2021 12:00:56 -0500 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/1467-high-dose-vitamin-c-dr-marik-s-math-and-hat-protocols-continue-to-save-lives Vitamin-Conn.jpg info@wfcinc.com Since 1984, renowned scientist Richard A. Passwater, Ph.D., has been the Science Editor of WholeFoods Magazine, contributing his monthly Vitamin Connection column featuring interviews with the industry's leading experts. In December 2020, we announced Dr. Passwater's retirement. "We know you have enjoyed our popular column Vitamin Connection for decades," Heather... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8666 Tue, 29 Dec 2020 14:13:36 -0500 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8666-vitamin-connection-dr-richard-passwater-s-most-popular-columns vitamin-connection.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com Silicon is essential to healthy skin, nails, joints, and hair. As discussed in Parts 1-3 with silicon expert Richard Passwater, Jr., silicon activates the genes and enzymes needed for their health. This month, we will take a look at the role of silicon in nail and hair health. Rich Passwater,... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8665 Thu, 22 Oct 2020 11:59:36 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8665-healthy-skin-nails-and-hair-are-attractive-but-more-importantly-they-indicate-overall-health-part-4 GettyImages-1191647188.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com Silicon is essential to healthy skin, joints, and hair, even though it doesn’t become part of their structure. As discussed in Part 1 with silicon expert Richard Passwater, Jr., silicon activates the genes and enzymes needed to produce key components of skin, joints, and hair. This month, we will take... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8664 Thu, 24 Sep 2020 12:00:13 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8664-healthy-skin-is-more-than-beauty-it-indicates-your-total-health-part-3-how-to-best-improve-the-production-of-your-own-collagen-and-elastin GettyImages-1191645459.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com Last month, Richard Passwater, Jr. and I discussed the relationship between healthy skin and overall health, including bones. We also discussed the reasons why our preferred form of silicon for supplementation is choline-stabilized-orthosilicic acid (ch-OSA). [caption id="attachment_75360" align="alignright" width="231"] Richard Passwater, Jr.[/caption] Richard Passwater, Jr. has been involved with silicon... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8663 Thu, 20 Aug 2020 11:55:05 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8663-healthy-skin-is-more-than-beauty-it-indicates-your-total-health-part-2 GettyImages-1184191398.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com In my 1983 book on trace minerals, I focused on silicon and artery health (1). In atherosclerosis, the concentration of silicon in the aortic wall decreases and this decrease precedes the appearance of fat and cholesterol deposits. Silicon, in the form of orthosilicic acid (OSA), stimulates the production of glycosaminoglycans... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8662 Thu, 23 Jul 2020 12:00:54 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8662-healthy-skin-is-more-than-beauty-it-indicates-your-total-health GettyImages-1184191398.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com Note: The views and opinions expressed here are those of the author (s) and contributor (s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher and editors of WholeFoods Magazine. Information in this interview is intended for educational and scientific purposes only. It is not intended as medical or nutritional... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/1394 Thu, 18 Jun 2020 11:59:40 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/1394-can-selenium-significantly-increase-the-cure-rate-in-covid-19 GettyImages-1178252017-scaled.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com Note: The views and opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and contributor(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher and editors of WholeFoods Magazine. Information in this interview is intended for educational and scientific purposes only. It is not intended as medical or nutritional advice for the treatment... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/1307 Thu, 12 Mar 2020 16:17:37 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/1307-vitamin-c-and-the-immune-system-nutritional-fortification-to-support-defenses-against-viruses GettyImages-1094072066.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com As I mentioned last month, Pueraria mirifica is amazingly beneficial in so many ways. In October 2016, we discussed the clinical studies with Dr. Christian Northrup showing that P. mirifica is not only better than the leading pharmaceutical for treating menopausal symptoms, but it is also safer. In November 2016,... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8661 Wed, 19 Feb 2020 16:00:17 -0500 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8661-improving-mental-function-during-menopause-and-post-menopause-with-i-p-mirifica-i-an-interview-with-professor-suchinda-malaivijitnond-ph-d Vit-Conn.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com Pueraria mirifica is amazingly beneficial in so many ways. In October 2016, we discussed the clinical studies with Dr. Christian Northrup showing that P. mirifica is not only better than the leading pharmaceutical for treating menopausal symptoms, but it is also safer. In November 2016, we discussed with Dr. Margaret... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8660 Thu, 23 Jan 2020 12:00:55 -0500 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8660-building-strong-bones-during-menopause-and-post-menopause-with-i-p-mirifica-i-an-interview-with-professor-suchinda-malaivijitnond-ph-d Vit-Conn.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com The stream of clinical studies continues to reveal more amazing health benefits of Pycnogenol®. The research on Pycnogenol® grows more exciting every year as its recognized versatility expands. Decades ago, we referred to Pycnogenol® as being a “Polypill” or “Poly-nutrient” because of its many health benefits in reducing the risk... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8659 Thu, 19 Dec 2019 12:00:16 -0500 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8659-anti-aging-effects-of-pycnogenol-an-interview-with-professor-peter-rohdewald-ph-d Vit-Conn.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com Last month we discussed the latest research on the omega-6 fat linoleic acid with Dr. William Harris. Now we will look at the completed dietary fat picture and at the latest research on balancing omega-6 fats with optimal amounts of omega-3 fat. Dr. Harris has published his research on both... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8653 Thu, 21 Nov 2019 12:00:29 -0500 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8653-updated-suggestions-for-omega-balanced-fatty-acids-and-exciting-new-fish-oil-studies Vit-Conn.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com Sometimes nutrition “wisdom” changes as more research adds clarification. Recent studies have clarified the role of the essential fatty acid linoleic acid and heart disease. Some nutritionists will have to adjust their thinking and others will be able to say, “Told you so.” [caption id="attachment_69144" align="alignright" width="136"] Dr. William S. http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8658 Thu, 17 Oct 2019 12:00:28 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8658-new-answers-from-long-term-studies-of-dietary-fats-many-will-be-surprised Vit-Conn.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com Knowledge of the health benefits of cannabinoids appears to be spreading to the general population and many people are asking how cannabinoids work to benefit health. The short answer is that cannabinoids act through the Endocannabinoid System (ECS) to modulate the activity of many organs. If the biological action of... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8657 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 11:58:57 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8657-hemp-phytocannabinoids-the-endocannabinoid-system-new-perspectives-clinically-legally-an-interview-with-carl-germano-cns-cdn GettyImages-1171634933.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We continue our chat with Dr. Barrie Tan about the health benefits of tocotrienols. In Part 1, we discussed the basics of this member of the vitamin E family and explained why tocotrienols have more health benefits than tocopherols. Tocotrienols’ chemical structures with shorter, unsaturated tails have greater mobility than... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8656 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 12:00:41 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8656-tocotrienols-emerging-science-and-innovations-of-vitamin-e-part-2-amazing-and-powerful-studies-with-tocotrienols Vit-Conn.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]New research on the health benefits of tocotrienols is very exciting! I’ll take my hat off to Dr. Barrie Tan for helping to lead the way through the confusing science of tocotrienols and tocopherols, both of which are considered to be members of the vitamin E family due to their... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8655 Thu, 18 Jul 2019 12:00:36 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8655-more-than-vitamin-e-the-story-science-behind-tocotrienols-part-1-tocotrienols-no-longer-the-obscure-member-of-the-vitamin-e-family Vitamin-E-1.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]There’s an important supplement that naturally improves energy, strength and performance! In my chat with Professor Bruce Ames in February 2019, I promised that I would discuss some important longevity nutrients including roburin and urolithin bioflavonoids (1). These bioflavonoids help us to naturally increase our energy and protein production—not just... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8654 Fri, 21 Jun 2019 12:00:17 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8654-increased-energy-and-performance-as-well-as-detoxification-with-bioflavonoids-from-robuvit-french-oak-extract French-Oak.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We have been discussing the functions and health benefits of Coenzyme Q10 with long-time Coenzyme Q10 researcher, Dr. William Judy. In Part 1, we discussed the actions and benefits of Coenzyme Q10. In Part 2, we discussed the absorption of the two forms of Coenzyme Q10, ubiquinone and ubiquinol. Now,... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8652 Wed, 22 May 2019 11:30:37 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8652-coenzyme-q10-research-confirms-ubiquinone-and-ubiquinol-are-nearly-equally-absorbed-compounds-the-physical-form-and-companion-ingredients-make-the-bioavailability-and-absorption-difference-in-coenzyme-q10-supplements-part-3-new-clinical-results Vit-Conn.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Note: The views and opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and contributor(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher and editors of WholeFoods Magazine. In Part 2, we will discuss the absorption of the ubiquinol form of Coenzyme Q10 and then look at a head-to-head comparison of the... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8651 Wed, 20 Mar 2019 12:00:22 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8651-coenzyme-q10-research-confirms-ubiquinone-and-ubiquinol-are-nearly-equally-absorbed-compounds-the-physical-form-and-companion-ingredients-make-the-bioavailability-and-absorption-difference-in-coenzyme-q10-supplements-part-2 Vit-Conn-2.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Note: The views and opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and contributor(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher and editors of WholeFoods Magazine. Long-time Coenzyme Q10 researcher, Dr. William “Bill” Judy has recently published a book that details many of the health benefits of all forms of... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8650 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 12:00:53 -0500 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8650-coenzyme-q10-research-confirms-ubiquinone-and-ubiquinol-are-nearly-equally-absorbed-compounds-the-physical-form-and-companion-ingredients-make-the-bioavailability-and-absorption-difference-in-coenzyme-q10-supplements Vit-Conn.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com Once again, we have the privilege to chat with Professor Bruce Ames, one of the world’s most respected and quoted researchers, about healthy aging. It’s been more than 25 years since we chatted in this column about his research ranging from improving the efficiency of aging mitochondrial systems that... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8649 Fri, 25 Jan 2019 12:00:41 -0500 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8649-prolonging-healthy-aging Vit-Conn-content-related.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Let’s resume where we left off. Last month, we discussed the exciting new study that suggests that optimizing the blood level of vitamin C to about 60 µmol can improve health and substantially extend human lifespan. Let’s continue by discussing the mechanism involved. Passwater: Well, this certainly is an exciting... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8648 Mon, 17 Dec 2018 16:03:41 -0500 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8648-the-amazing-health-and-substantial-longevity-benefits-of-restoring-the-grossly-inadequate-levels-of-vitamin-c-in-humans-to-normal-mammalian-levels Vit-Conn.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Your badly mutated GULO (gulonolactone [L-] oxidase) gene has been robbing you of health all your life and limits your lifespan. It’s so badly mutated that the human variant is now called the GULOP pseudogene.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1542808223407{border-top-width: 5px !important;border-right-width: 5px !important;border-bottom-width: 5px !important;border-left-width: 5px !important;padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 5px !important;padding-bottom: 5px !important;padding-left:... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8647 Mon, 26 Nov 2018 09:00:13 -0500 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8647-the-amazing-health-and-substantial-longevity-benefits-of-restoring-the-grossly-inadequate-levels-of-vitamin-c-in-humans-to-normal-mammalian-levels Vit-Conn.jpg dickpasswater@gmail.com The Marik protocol for sepsis may save the life of one of your loved ones someday. It is life-saving only when doctors know about it and use it. Unfortunately, most physicians are still ignoring it because they feel that vitamins are not important in medicine. Sepsis is a killer of... http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8646 Tue, 16 Oct 2018 12:33:18 -0400 https://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/articles/8646-the-marik-protocol-for-deadly-sepsis-is-already-saving-many-lives-the-roles-of-vitamins-c-and-b1-thiamine Vit-Conn.jpg