Magnesium and Cancer Research

Magnesium repletion produced rapid disappearance of the periosteal tumors.[1] Aleksandrowicz et al in Poland conclude that inadequacy of magnesium and antioxidants are important risk factors in predisposing to leukemias.[2] Other researchers found that 46% of the patients admitted to an ICU in a tertiary cancer center presented hypomagnesemia. They concluded that the incidence of hypomagnesemia in critically … Continue reading Magnesium and Cancer Research

Vitamin C, ascorbic acid and food-based nutrients: Three nutritional wisdom breakthroughs I’ve come to realize as a food research scientist

I've learned a lot about vitamin C over the last few years, and I wanted to share my latest findings as a food research scientist running a world-class laboratory (CWClabs.com, which is now very close to achieving ISO 17025 accreditation). For the record, I'm also the author of Food Forensics, launching this July in bookstores … Continue reading Vitamin C, ascorbic acid and food-based nutrients: Three nutritional wisdom breakthroughs I’ve come to realize as a food research scientist

Health Benefits of Vitamin C and Best Natural Sources

Source: Health Benefits of Vitamin C and Best Natural Sources by Dr. Edward Group Vitamin C is an antioxidant present in many fruits and vegetables.[1] Also known as L-ascorbic acid, vitamin C has a wide variety of uses in the body. It supports normal growth and development and helps the body repair damaged tissue.[2, 3] Vitamin … Continue reading Health Benefits of Vitamin C and Best Natural Sources

16 Foods High in Vitamin C

Source: 16 Foods High in Vitamin C by Dr. Edward Group Vitamin C is an important, naturally-occurring nutrient. From preventing colds and flu,[1]  rebuilding tissue, bones and blood vessels,[2] to boosting the body’s ability to synthesize calcium,[3] vitamin C is something we need on a daily basis. Studies have confirmed the need for vitamin C to boost brain … Continue reading 16 Foods High in Vitamin C