Homocysteine is an amino acid produced when proteins are broken down. High homocysteine levels, called hyperhomocysteinemia, are known to increase disease risk. As a case in point, the condition is linked to heart attack, stroke and Alzheimer’s disease. High homocysteine levels and cardiovascular disease Previous research has found that homocysteine can damage the endothelium, the tissue lining the blood vessels throughout … Continue reading Lowering homocysteine levels can decrease risk of heart attack, stroke and Alzheimer’s
3 Common vitamin deficiencies and how to prevent them
Following a balanced diet helps your body get the vitamins and minerals it needs to function well. But not everyone receives the right amount of nutrients from eating healthy food, which is where supplements come in. If you’re experiencing symptoms like muscle cramps or gut problems, you may be deficient in magnesium, vitamin B or zinc. … Continue reading 3 Common vitamin deficiencies and how to prevent them
Everything You Need to Know About Vitamin B-12 (Webinar)
Source: Everything You Need to Know About Vitamin B-12 (Webinar) by Dr. Edward Group TLDR? Vitamin B-12 deficiency is a common problem worldwide.[1] This deficiency is linked to low energy and poor health. If you’re in the market for an excellent B-12 supplement, I highly recommend a supplement is made from 100% vegan sources and contains the … Continue reading Everything You Need to Know About Vitamin B-12 (Webinar)
Study: Folic Acid in Early Pregnancy Associated With Reduced Risk of Severe Language Delay in Children
Source: Study: Folic Acid in Early Pregnancy Associated With Reduced Risk of Severe Language Delay in Children by Dr. Edward Group Pediatricians will tell you how important it is for expectant mothers to take prenatal vitamins during pregnancy. Pregnancy is a time when it’s essential for mothers and their developing babies have access to all the vitamins, … Continue reading Study: Folic Acid in Early Pregnancy Associated With Reduced Risk of Severe Language Delay in Children
7 Important Functions of Vitamin B-12
Source: 7 Important Functions of Vitamin B-12 by Dr. Edward Group It’s estimated nearly 40% of the American population suffers from B12 levels that are too low. [1] With low B12 levels, your brain doesn’t work quite right and more often than not you’re suffering from chronic fatigue. But vitamin B12 does more than just support healthy energy levels. … Continue reading 7 Important Functions of Vitamin B-12
What’s the Difference Between Folate and Folic Acid?
Source: What’s the Difference Between Folate and Folic Acid? by Dr. Edward Group It’s a common question — what is the difference between folate and folic acid? Is folate the same as folic acid? It can be confusing, because depending where you look, the terms used interchangeably. And, you may also read how important it is … Continue reading What’s the Difference Between Folate and Folic Acid?
What is Methylated Folate?
Source: What is Methylated Folate? by Dr. Edward Group The human body needs folate, or vitamin B9, for several essential functions. Folate activates, synthesizes, and repairs DNA. It converts homocysteine, which you don’t want too much of, into methionine, an essential amino acid. Vitamin B9 also aids cell division, is required for red blood cell production, … Continue reading What is Methylated Folate?
What Is Hydroxocobalamin?
ource: What Is Hydroxocobalamin? by Dr. Edward Group Cobalamin is another name for vitamin B12, an essential nutrient necessary for proper metabolism and energy production. Hydroxocobalamin is a chemical compound with a similar structure to vitamin B12. Even though the human body doesn’t produce hydroxocobalamin, bacteria in the digestive tract are able to convert it into … Continue reading What Is Hydroxocobalamin?
Study: More Vitamin B in Mother’s Diet Reduces Risk of Colon Cancer in Offspring
Source: Study: More Vitamin B in Mother’s Diet Reduces Risk of Colon Cancer in Offspring by Dr. Edward Group Few experts question the influence a mother’s diet can have on her children’s long term physical health. Yet, many believe this effect is mostly sociological, limited to positive or negative role modeling, and the development of general … Continue reading Study: More Vitamin B in Mother’s Diet Reduces Risk of Colon Cancer in Offspring
What Is Intrinsic Factor?
Source: What Is Intrinsic Factor? by Dr. Edward Group Intrinsic factor is the most obscure—yet most important—glycoprotein in the human body. It has only one primary function that is essential for good health. Produced by the parietal cells of the stomach as well as the salivary glands, intrinsic factor has a brief, but very important life. … Continue reading What Is Intrinsic Factor?
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