The University of Michigan School of Public Health published research that suggests inadequate levels of vitamin D could be a key factor in increased fat accumulation in children, and could be an important weapon in the fight against childhood obesity. (more…)
There are plenty of good reasons to make sure your body gets enough vitamin D. Most people associate it with calcium absorption for maintaining strong bones and healthy, better-looking hair. Others think of it as a way to protect their cardiovascular health and prevent neurodegenerative disease, such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. (more…)
Vitamin B12 plays a vital role in energy and red blood cell production, protects DNA, supports cardiovascular and bone health, and is absolutely necessary for memory and overall mental health. The concern is, your body doesn’t absorb vitamin B12 too well. What’s more, it’s estimated that about 40 percent of Americans are deficient. Sublingual B12 appears to provide better results to more people than the normal tablet form. If you aren’t familiar with sublingual B12, read on. (more…)
Vitamin D is essential for maintaining your health, but many people don't know just how important it is. Almost all of us at one point or another have experienced low vitamin D levels, whether we have realized it or not. Symptoms often manifest as poor energy, insomnia, compromised immune system, and mood imbalance. That's why I want you to know these 9 facts about D. Everyone needs to know these, so let's dive right in! (more…)
Yesterday, we had a contest on our Facebook page. We asked everybody to share their favorite healthy eating tips with everybody, and the winners got a free T-Shirt and copy of our popular book, The Green Body Cleanse. The responses were just fantastic, so we wanted to share them with all of our blog readers. Check out all the healthy eating tips from our Facebook fans below. (more…)
