Lead has both direct and indirect effects on bone cells. Animal studies show that lead can directly reduce bone mineral density, increase susceptibility to fractures, and impair the union (healing) of a fractured bone. Moreover, studies show lead causes an imbalance in bone remodeling by stimulating both bone formation and resorption, which results in the formation of more fragile bones. Lead also influences the metabolism of vitamin D3. The kidneys activate vitamin D, and toxic lead can impair this process...
Summer sunshine is coming in HOT. With the possible exception of C, there’s perhaps no vitamin more frequently discussed than the sunshine one — aka vitamin D.So first off… What is Vitamin D, and what does it do? Vitamin D not only helps your bone and muscle health, but it also supports your immune system, fighting off invading bacteria and viruses. Vitamin D can be the underdog when it comes to maintaining overall health and wellness. Let’s dive deeper into some key reasons why vitamin D is important for our health: Bone Health: One of the most well-known roles of vitamin D is its contribution to bone health. It helps regulate calcium and phosphorus levels in the body, which are...
The study determined over 55% of participants were infected with whipworm, almost 20% had a hookworm infection, and nearly 50% were infected with Ascaris lumbricoides. Therefore, as recently as the 1980s, there is evidence over half of people living in the southern US had a parasitic infection. Even with improvements in sanitation and agriculture methods, it is possible those living in the US could be infected with parasitic worms.
Graduation Season is upon us! As a parent, there is no greater gift you can give your graduate than the gift of health. In a world where stress, fast food, and sedentary lifestyles are the norm, it's essential to equip our children with the knowledge and tools they need to prioritize their physical and mental well-being. In this guide, we will explore how you can support your graduate in maintaining a healthy lifestyle as they navigate the transition into adulthood.
While most realize they’re exposed to toxic heavy metals at times due to modern life, you might not know you could be exposed every time you eat or even drink water! Yes, unknown levels of toxic metals might be lurking in your breakfast, lunch, and dinner!
This blog post will discuss the specific toxic metals that are associated with hypertension, testing for exposure to toxic metals, and sources of toxic metals. Once you know which toxic metals you’re exposed to via laboratory testing, you can begin to avoid the sources of the toxic metals to boost your health.
