The acid-alkaline balance in your body affects every cell. Most degenerative diseases — including cancer, heart disease, arthritis, and osteoporosis — are linked to chronic acidity. A healthy body maintains slightly alkaline blood pH between 7.1 and 7.5. Modern diets heavy in processed foods, sugar, and caffeine push us toward acidity. When the …
Category: Minerals
Beyond AREDS 2 – Meso-zeaxanthin
What Modern Science Demands for Eye Protection The National Institutes of Health’s AREDS 2 formula revolutionized how we protect our eyes from age-related decline. For years, it was the absolute gold standard. However, nutritional science didn’t stop in the early 2000s. Today, leading researchers have uncovered ways to optimize eye health far beyond the …
How Much Water Do You Really Need?
Your body is 60-70% water. Every system — from temperature regulation to nutrient transport — depends on proper hydration. A simple formula: take your body weight in pounds and divide by two. That’s the minimum ounces of water you need daily. A 160-pound person should drink at least 80 ounces. Add more if you exercise, …
How to Prevent Macular Degeneration: 11 Practical Steps
Macular degeneration prevention is possible, though there’s no single foolproof method. The good news is there are several proven steps you can take to significantly reduce your risk. You should be especially diligent about prevention if you’ve already been diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration (AMD), or if you’re older and the disease runs in …