Category: vitamins

The Acai Berry Miracle

Editor’s Note: The following excerpt has been adapted from the book “The Acai Berry Miracle,” by Annie Willis—an extensive introduction to the deep purple acai fruit from the Amazon. Perplexed by what to do with the little gems? Wonder no more—Ms. Willis illuminates us with 60 bowl, juice, and smoothie recipes perfect for every season…


Can Vitamin Supplements Replace Fruits and Veggies?

Vitamins, derived from the Latin word vita, meaning “life,” are essential nutrients for the body, and are found in a variety of whole fruits and vegetables. Some people may find it challenging to consume fruits and vegetables daily and opt for vitamin supplements instead. Can we get our nutrients from those vitamin supplements instead of fruits…


Vitamin B Intake Can Prevent Peripheral Neuropathy Caused by Diabetes

Diabetes was the seventh leading cause of death in the United States in 2019 based on 87,647 death certificates in which diabetes was listed as the underlying cause of death, according to the American Diabetes Association. In 2019, 37.3 million Americans, or 11.3 percent of the population, had diabetes. The latest survey by the International…


’90 Percent Are Deficient in Vitamin D’: These 5 Deficiencies Are Critical

Some people have severe or prolonged symptoms after getting COVID-19, and others suffer from various vaccine injuries after receiving the COVID-19 vaccines. What nutrients can alleviate these injuries? In the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, vitamins have been instrumental. Almost every vitamin discovered was accompanied by a Nobel Prize, and they have solved many major…


Top 5 Traditional, Fermented Anti-Aging Foods | Eat Better

If you are interested in health and vitality, eating a nutrient-dense diet is critical. Consuming foods with high levels of essential vitamins, minerals, and micronutrients provides cells with the building blocks they need. Especially for regeneration and disease prevention. One of the most potent sources of nutrition, bite-for-bite, are fermented foods. So, make sure you…


Do You Need Dietary Supplements?

Bottles of supplements line the shelves at your local supermarket. These include vitamins and minerals from A to zinc. You can also find products like probiotics, herbs, and fish oil. But are they needed for good health? And what about their risks? “For most people, eating a nutritious variety of foods can provide all the…


What is the B12 Shot?

B12 injections have been used to treat anemia since the 1930′s. It wasn’t long after that people started using them to treat anemia that doctors discovered these shots had much wider uses – including reducing stress and fatigue, helping sleep patterns, supporting cognitive function, and boosting cardiovascular health. These quick and effective nutrient injections are…


Grow Your Own Food for Healthier Vitamin Content

Growing your own food can lead to improvements in your health and wellbeing. Even a small garden can have a big impact on you and your family’s big health. Because we cannot create vitamins or fiber within our bodies, we must find nutritive foods that will supply the critical components we need to help the…