Category: Minerals

A Low Fat Diet May Reduce the Risk of Macular Degeneration

A low fat diet may reduce the risk of macular degeneration. Beneficial sources of Essential Fatty Acids (EFA) include Efacom, Evening Primrose Oil (EPO), EPA, DHA, Borage, Flax, Hemp seed (organic) and Black currant oils.

The Acid-Alkaline Balance: Why It Matters

  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 …

Continue reading

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 …

Continue reading

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, …

Continue reading