Broccoli sprout extracts may help treat type 2 diabetes | NaturalHealth365

By: Lori Alton – November 16, 2020

(NaturalHealth365) Type 2 diabetes, which occurs when the body’s supply of insulin is insufficient to control blood sugar, affects over 30 million Americans. In addition to raising the risk of heart disease and stroke, type 2 diabetes can cause nerve damage and kidney disease.  And, while Western medicine attempts to control diabetes with medications such as metformin, these can cause toxic side effects, including kidney damage. Clearly, there is a pressing need for safer treatments – and research shows that broccoli sprouts just might fill the bill.

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Discover the “Mighty Mineral” under-recognized for its lifesaving health benefits | NaturalHealth365

By: Lori Alton – November 13, 2020

(NaturalHealth365) Most people are aware that certain minerals in the body – such as calcium, potassium, sodium and magnesium – play a vital role in sustaining life and health. Less “top of mind,” though, are essential trace minerals such as manganese, selenium, copper and zinc.  And, although these microminerals are needed in much smaller amounts than the “Big Four,” they also serve indispensable functions in the body.

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Exposing HOW chronic stress destroys the immune system | NaturalHealth365

by: Joy Jensen | October 1, 2020

(NaturalHealth365) The vast majority of American adults say they feel anxiety or stress – every day.  As one of the most stressed nations on earth, it’s time to start taking a serious look at the connection between (chronic) stress and the immune system.

An overview of studies surrounding stress and the immune system shows a link between stress and how the immune system functions that goes back decades. When you’re feeling stressed out, depressed, or lonely, you shouldn’t be surprised if you end up getting physically sick.

Turns out, your state of mind and how you respond to stressful situations does dramatically influence the development of disease or wellbeing.

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Protect your heart health with quercetin — NaturalHealth365 – February 22, 2020

(NaturalHealth365) Flavonoids – compounds found in certain fruits and vegetables – are known for their ability to protect us from toxins, environmental radiation and (ultimately) the oxidative damage that causes disease.  Over the past decade, one flavonoid in particular has been studied for its immune-boosting, heart health and anti-aging benefits, with multiple studies showing quercetin’s ability to increase life span.

Recently, a new meta-analysis dug into the incredible heart benefits of quercetin, finding that supplementation was effective at lowering blood pressure.  But, beyond that, it also offers a number of other health benefits that lower the risk of heart disease, such as reducing excessive amounts of cholesterol and reducing the risk of atherosclerosis. →

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Delicious and nutritious: Detox and lose weight with these 10 anti-inflammatory vegetables — NaturalNews.com – May 6, 2019

(Natural News) You need to eat a lot of fresh vegetables if you want to maintain your physical and mental health. But did you know that certain vegetables can help you detox, promote weight loss, and relieve inflammation?

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NEWS for diabetics: Common mineral LOWERS insulin resistance and improves blood sugar control — Natural Health 365 – February 8, 2019

(NaturalHealth365) A stunning 100 million Americans currently have diabetes or prediabetes – elevated blood sugar that can progress to diabetes if unchecked.  But, thankfully, we have some great news – especially for diabetics.

Many natural health experts believe that widespread deficiencies of an essential mineral – magnesium – are driving the skyrocketing national rates of diabetes.  In fact, even the National Institutes of Health (NIH) warns that ‘diabetes is frequently associated with a magnesium deficiency.’

The fact is, almost half of all Americans are low in magnesium (and, for seniors, the picture is even bleaker – 80 percent of adults over age 70 are deficient).  If you think you may be deficient in magnesium, keep reading to discover how restoring healthy levels – whether accomplished by increasing dietary intake, or taking magnesium supplements – can benefit you……Read more

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