Nutrition Posts

Dec. 24, 2024

Tips for Holiday and Winter Stress

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition  “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” or “Bah humbug,” which one are you? The holidays and winter season are filled with joyous celebra…

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Dec. 22, 2024

Top 17 Joint Supplements (Plus Foods That Support Joint Health)

By Joe Boland December 4, 2024 Our bodies are incredible machines, and joints are the hinges that keep us moving. Keeping your joints healthy is crucial for an active, pain-free life, but wear and tear, injuries, and even age can take a toll. Tha…

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Dec. 16, 2024

Pterostilbene: A Timeless Health Tonic for Longevity and Vitality

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Pterostilbene is an ancient, prized health tonic that has gained considerable recognition over the last 20 years. It belongs to a rare class of antiaging and longevity-promoti…

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Dec. 8, 2024

A Paradigm Shift in Epidemic and Chronic Disease Management

Richard Z. Cheng, M.D., Ph.D.   Abstract The COVID-19 pandemic and the American (and global) chronic disease epidemic have exposed critical failures in the current medical system, particularly within institutions like the FDA, CDC, and NIH. …

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Nov. 25, 2024

Less than 50% of many prenatal supplements have the adequate amount of choline and iodine

Date:November 21, 2024Source:University of Colorado Anschutz Medical CampusSummary:New research reveals many prenatal vitamins don't contain enough of the nutrients that are essential for a healthy pregnancy, while others contain harmful levels of t…

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Nov. 12, 2024

High levels of omega-3, omega-6 may protect against cancer

Fish oil supplements could help guard against overall risk of developing cancer Date: November 4, 2024 Source: University of Georgia Summary: In addition to lowering your cholesterol, keeping your brain healthy and improving mental health, n…

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Nov. 11, 2024

Protect Your Gut Mucosal Barrier for Immune Health and Vitality

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Do you find yourself aging faster with an expanding list of health concerns? At the forefront of staying well and having strong immune resiliency is the integrity of the mucosal…

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Nov. 5, 2024

The Truth About Sugar Substitutes: Are Stevia, Sucralose, and Saccharin Safe?

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Do you read food labels? Do you use products marketed as low in sugar or made with a sugar substitute? Do you trust they are the best choice for your health? Food labels provide…

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Oct. 28, 2024

Boost Your Digestive Power for Better Nutrient Absorption and Gut Health

By Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein, DC, Board Certified in Clinical Nutrition Occasional indigestion or a decline in digestive power can make enjoying your favorite foods uncomfortable. Poor digestion may cause embarrassing gas or a sudden need to rush to…

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Oct. 25, 2024

Vitamin D: A key player in COVID‐19 immunity

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10787-024-01578-w As of July 2024 775,754,322 confirmed cases of COVID-19 13,578,710,228 vaccine doses had been administered It is unclear why some patients develop severe symptoms while others do not, …

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