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Photo by Ursula Spaulding on Unsplash According to a new study published in The Lancet by the Global Burden of Disease, individuals in almost every region of the world could benefit from rebalancing their diets to eat optimal amounts of various foods and nutrients. This …
Photo by MindBodyStock on Unsplash Written by Luke Kornblatt Whether you’re a casual jogger or gym addict, it’s always important to make sure that you’re getting the most out of your workouts. The health benefits of a good workout are endless. Not only can it …
As the temperature gets colder, your immune system is in over drive. It is important to know what you can do to keep your immune system balanced and healthy in order to avoid getting sick. Here are eight foods that, when added to a balanced diet, can support your immune system. Drinking plenty of water and getting enough sleep throughout the winter months specifically, only further benefit your bodies ability to protect itself.
Many people turn to vitamin C to to help build up the immune system, as this vitamin in particular is thought to increase the production of white blood cells. Popular citrus fruits include grapefruit, oranges, tangerines and lemons.
For those having trouble consuming vitamin C in their diet, a Vitamin C supplement can provide superior antioxidant protection. Orange-colored fruits and vegetables can provide support for your cells, metabolism and energy. Check out Dr. Pressman’s Oranges Hx®, complete with a fruit and vegetable blend, to round out the benefits of your diet.
Did you know that red bell peppers contain twice as much vitamin C than citrus fruits? They are also a rich source of beta carotene, the red-orange pigment found in plants and fruits that is converted in Vitamin A in the body. Beta carotene is both an antioxidant and a carotenoid, which means that it can protect the body from free radicals (boosting immunity) and keeps your eyes and skin healthy.
To get your beta-carotene boost, turn to superior Multivitamins that have been formulated to boost your energy and provide your body with essential vitamins and minerals. A superior, non-GMO Daily Multivitamin supplies beta carotene (vitamin A) to promote healthy immunity, energy and overall wellness.
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Talk about superfoods! Broccoli has tons of important vitamin and minerals, including vitamins A, C and E, as well as many other antioxidants and fiber. Spinach is not only rich in Vitamin C, but it is packed with numerous antioxidants and beta carotene.
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You’ll want to find an organic-sourced yogurt that has “live and active cultures” printed on the label. This is because yogurt contains probiotics, the good bacteria that lives in your gut and plays a major role in stimulating your immune system to help it fight off colds, viruses and infections. Watch out for the sugar in certain brands of yogurt!
Probiotics are one of the most used supplements on the market today. But a superior source will contain non-GMO bacterial strains, be a vegetarian formula (free of milk, soy and wheat) and contain at least five species of CFU’s, meaning the strains of healthy bacteria can survive your stomach acids and make it into your gut.
We live in an increasingly polluted environment, loaded with toxins; the soil we grow our food in is often nutrient-depleted and many consume processed, factory-made foods supplying scant nutrients. Ironically, our bodies wind up requiring even more vitamins and minerals to effectively metabolize nutrient-depleted foods. …
Photo by Allef Vinicius (ig: @seteales) on Unsplash According to a new study performed by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, rising levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) from human activity are making staple crops – such as rice and wheat – less nutritious and …
Written By Karan R Gregg Aggarwala, MS, PhD
Karan R Gregg Aggarwala holds a PhD and a Master’s of Science Degree in Vision Science from the State University of New York College of Optometry. He completed a post-doctoral fellowship in nutritional optometry under the guidance of Dr. Benjamin C. Lane of Lake Hiawatha, NJ. He has worked as a medical writer and associate medical director in the NY area since 2009. Meet Dr. Gregg for a free nutritional consultation at our 72nd Street retail location in Manhattan, New York.
Lutein, a known nutrient for vision health, has also emerged as a major player for brain health, supporting memory functions throughout our lifespan, especially during childhood and the aging process. In our retina, an essential region for crystal clear vision, the concentration of two carotenoids – Lutein and Zeaxanthin (abbreviated L + Z) – are essential for ongoing vision health. They are so important to vision that they are commonly referred to as macular pigments. The macula is a filter that helps protect the eye.†
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Healthy, robust macular tissue, rich in L + Z, has key functions, including filtering out blue light and focusing on objects for our sharpest vision (such as in reading a newspaper). Blue light is unstable and exposure is everywhere, even on your cell phone or TV screen. If it penetrates deep into our eyes, it damages the many small organs in our retina that are required for vision. Having a thicker macular tissue shields from blue light and this robustness is largely due to its L + Z content.†
L + Z levels decline with age largely due to a decreasing ability to absorb sufficient quantities from foods. Research shows that restoring L + Z levels through supplementation reinforces macular health and supports and even improves fine vision. Interestingly, the amount of L + Z in our eyes is reflected by the concentration in our blood plasma and this also reflects the concentration in our brain. Lutein is the dominant protective carotenoid pigment in the brain. Using up L + Z in our eyes, due to blue light exposure, depletes the Lutein level of our brain, which can eventually impact memory. Research shows that adequate Lutein in the brain is necessary for ongoing memory functions.†
Supplementing with L + Z is shown to improve brain health and memory functions, especially in aging adults. To help ensure adequate intake, we have included natural sourced L + Z in our Multiple-Vitamin, Mineral formulas, as well as our Chewable InVite® Multiple for Kids.†