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01/03/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Expert tips for beating colds and flu include natural remedies that are safer AND more effective than any vaccine

As Britain deals with the effects of the “Aussie flu,” several medical experts were asked for their best tips for dealing with cold and flu and even how to avoid them in the first place. While some doctors are often quick to suggest that their patients get flu vaccines and take medications for what ails […]

12/26/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

Vitamin D fights disease and infertility: New study finds women with PCOS have a higher success rate with vitamin D

Trying to conceive might sound exciting on the surface, but it can quickly turn into a source of frustration for women who suffer from polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS. This hormonal disorder, which affects five to 10 percent of women who are at the age of reproduction, often causes infertility because of a lack of […]

11/25/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

In addition to preventing cancer, vitamin D now found to prevent Rheumatoid Arthritis, too

The wonders of vitamin D never cease to amaze. Its ability to help prevent cancer has already been established, and we also know it’s great for fighting off depression and metabolic syndrome and improving your overall health. Get ready to add another superpower to this vitamin’s list: A new study has shown that it can […]

09/19/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

The hidden dangers of birth control pills doctors don’t want you to know

Many young women’s first trip to the gynecologist is prompted by a desire to take birth control pills, whether they are trying to avoid getting pregnant or hoping to alleviate the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome. Perhaps they know someone who takes “the pill,” or a well-meaning parent or boyfriend has encouraged them to go on […]

07/23/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

Is this why children have poor motor skills? Vitamin D deficiency in pregnancy linked to lack of physical coordination in children

In case you needed yet another reason to ensure you are getting enough vitamin D, a new study shows that mothers who lack this essential vitamin during pregnancy are more likely to give birth to children who have poor motor skills. Researchers from the University of Surrey and the University of Bristol examined 7,065 pairs […]

07/19/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

High-dose vitamin D found to HEAL sunburns by activating skin repair genes… so why won’t dermatologists recommend vitamin D?

The list of Vitamin D’s known health benefits continues to grow as scientists have now discovered it has the power to heal sunburned skin. In a new trial out of Case Western Reserve University that is the first of its kind, 20 participants were given a sunburn on their inner arm using a UV lamp […]

07/11/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

Celebrity doctor warns we should wear toxic sunscreen while talking on our cellphone or using our computer

The fear of getting skin cancer drives many people to wear sunscreen every time they leave the house, even if their plans don’t include spending time outdoors. The sunscreen industry has embraced this line of thinking, which is one big reason that Vitamin D deficiencies are soaring in this country. Melanoma is certainly something worth […]

07/03/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

Office workers found to be chronically deficient in vitamin D due to too much time indoors

Now that summer is well and truly here, we are all getting plenty of sun, right? If you work in an office, the answer is probably no, and it’s a far bigger deal than you might think. A recent study from Alberta University in Canada revealed that 91 percent of office workers are not getting […]

01/03/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

Study links vitamin D deficiency to metabolic syndrome in mice

One out of every four of the world’s adults suffers from metabolic syndrome. This is often a precursor to diabetes and heart problems, and it is no secret that a poor diet that is rich in the wrong kinds of fats and carbohydrates plays a role in its development. However, scientists have also found that […]

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