Vitamin D plays essential roles in your body, such as helping it absorb calcium, promoting bone health, and regulating immune function, inflammation, and mood. But as with many things in nutrition, more isn’t always better. Taking too much vitamin D in the form of supplements can cause toxic levels of vitamin D to build up…
The battle over $20 billion worth of climate-related funding authorized by Congress continues as an appellate court ruled on Tuesday in favor of the Environmental Protection Agency, which had terminated Biden-era grants made to nonprofits. The legal tussle stems from EPA administrator Lee Zeldin’s decision to cancel grants dispersed as part of the Inflation Reduction…
Chelated magnesium is a type of magnesium that is combined with another compound to make it more stable. This version of magnesium is easier for your body to break down and absorb, and may have fewer digestive side effects. Chelated versions of magnesium include magnesium glycinate, magnesium taurate, and magnesium malate. Diets high in magnesium…
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Potassium chloride, or potassium salt, consists of the minerals potassium and chloride. It’s used to treat hypokalemia, a condition of low blood potassium levels. It can also help lower blood pressure. People may use potassium chloride as an alternative to salt to decrease or control their sodium intake. Improper use can cause side effects and…
Triphala, meaning “three fruits,” is a traditional Ayurvedic herbal medicine made of the dried fruit of three different Indian plants: alma (Emblica officinalis), bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), and haritaki (Terminalia chebula). The mixture has been used for thousands of years and is thought to help people live longer and healthier lives. Though more research is needed,…
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Magnesium lotion is a topical (applied to skin) form of magnesium. Applying magnesium lotion to the skin may help support sleep, ease pain, and improve skin health. It also does not have the digestive side effects that typically come with oral (taken by mouth) magnesium supplements. More research is still needed to determine whether topical…
Serrapeptase, or serratiopeptidase, is an enzyme made naturally in the intestines of silkworms. It is sold as a dietary supplement, primarily for its anti-inflammatory properties. However, serrapeptase has several other potential health benefits, such as breaking down blood clots, relieving pain, preventing infection, and reducing mucus. Serrapeptase is most widely known for its anti-inflammatory effects….
Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) is a form of vitamin D naturally found in some foods and available as a supplement. Your body also creates vitamin D when your skin is exposed to natural sunlight. Vitamin D3 is needed for many body functions, including bone, heart, and mental health. Maintaining your vitamin D levels through diet or…
