Vitamin K for Cardiovascular Health By Alan R. Gaby, M.D. Vitamin K dependent proteins have been found in virtually every tissue in the body. While historically vitamin K has been best known for its capacity to enhance blood clotting, emerging research indicates key roles for bone mineralization, cell function and cardiovascular health.‡ Vitamin K is […]
The SNP Peek series brings you concise, up-to-date information on genetic variations known as Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNPs), which affect a significant percentage of patients. The SNPs featured in this series are clinically relevant, nutritionally actionable and validated by published research. Featuring one SNP at a time, the series will educate you about prevalence, important […]
The SNP Peek series brings you concise, up-to-date information on genetic variations known as Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNPs), which affect a significant percentage of patients. The SNPs featured in this series are clinically relevant, nutritionally actionable and validated by published research. Featuring one SNP at a time, the series will educate you/readers/viewers about prevalence, important […]
The SNP Peek series brings you concise, up-to-date information on genetic variations known as Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNPs), which affect a significant percentage of patients. The SNPs featured in this series are clinically relevant, nutritionally actionable and validated by published research. Featuring one SNP at a time, the series will educate you/readers/viewers about prevalence, important […]
Pyrroloquinoline Quinone (PQQ): A novel approach to neuroprotection‡ By Kelly C. Heim, Ph.D. Pyrroloquinoline quinone (PQQ) is a B vitamin-like cofactor that occurs naturally in plant foods and in most organs and tissues. Over fifteen years of research has underscored the unique properties of PQQ in maintaining neuronal health. The diverse cellular mechanisms of PQQ […]
Calming Cortisol During Times of Occasional Stress By Mark Swanson, ND Cortisol is the major “stress response” corticosteroid hormone produced by the adrenals. It is the main end product of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis. Cortisol affects metabolic, cardiovascular and central nervous systems under both acute and chronic states. The functional neuroanatomy and regulation of cortisol […]