How to Take Your Vitamins So They Work

Vitamins, minerals and herbal remedies fall under different categories, and they each require different environments to be absorbed. Most of the time, you can and should take them with food. But there are exceptions.

Get More Than a Kiss From Mistletoe This Year

If you thought getting a kiss under a well-placed sprig of mistletoe this season was the most this traditional Christmas decoration might do for you...think again. It might also be a powerful weapon against high blood pressure.

This Sweet Treat Boosts Energy...and More

Licorice has been used treat everything from low energy levels to heartburn for the past 4,500 years. Now studies show that the compounds in licorice really do have healing powers.

The Study That Wants to Take Away Your Supplements

 “Are your vitamins killing you?”

The answer is a resounding ‘No!” But bad science just might.Unless you picked last week to take a vacation on a secluded tropical island (in which case, lucky you!) you might have caught the dozens of variations on this headline in the news. Perhaps it even made you a little nervous, or tempted you to stop taking your daily supplements.

Are You Being Robbed of This Vital Nutrient?

There are dozens of reasons you don't have enough energy. You're constantly on the go, you work long hours and you're sleep deprived. But the biggest culprit is one I'll bet isn't even on your radar screen: a B12 deficiency.

Help End Supplement Censorship

For years, the FDA has prevented supplement manufacturers from educating the public on the specific health benefits of vitamins, minerals, herbs and even food. As it stands now, it’s illegal to talk about how specific foods or supplements can improve health.

Going Green is This Easy

If you are aiming for optimal health, you’d be wise to include several key supplements in your daily routine—especially as you age. Beyond a high-quality multivitamin, which many experts recommend as basic nutritional health insurance, a handful of supplements help fill in important gaps.

Minerals: The Lesser Known Nutrients

If you take a calcium supplement for your bones and eat a healthy diet, you may think you’re getting all the minerals you need. But you’d be wrong!

Essential Supplements Everyone Needs

If you are aiming for optimal health, you’d be wise to include several key supplements in your daily routine—especially as you age. Beyond a high-quality multivitamin, which many experts recommend as basic nutritional health insurance, a handful of supplements help fill in important gaps.

How Much D Do You Really Need?

Hundreds of studies show the benefits of taking more—not less—vitamin D. Researchers have uncovered up to 2,000 different genes—roughly one-sixth of the human genome—that are regulated by the nutrient.

Better With B

The truth is, B vitamins are real multi-taskers and are involved in many critical processes. They are sparkplugs in everything from energy metabolism to detoxification to mood to immunity and gut health.

Are You Taking The Right Vitamin E?

Most health practitioners, including myself, agree that everyone can benefit from vitamin E. Vitamin E is a powerhouse nutrient. It helps lower both LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, and raises "good" HDL cholesterol.

Are You D-Ficient?

Most Americans don’t think about nutrient deficiencies. After all, we live in the land of plenty. But a recent report came to my attention that clearly shows that we are mistaken – and it’s taking a toll on our health.

A Very Bad Bill

What do you have in common with Barry Bonds, Andre Aggasi and Roger Clemens? If you ask Senator John McCain, a lot. All of these athletes have been accused of doping and, if certain members of Congress get their way, simply taking the same supplements you have used for years could be considered doping, too.

Child's Play

I was stunned! So stunned that I had to read the headline again. Vitamin D deficiency common in U.S. children. How could this be, especially here in the land of plenty?

Vitamin B6: Are You Getting Enough of this miracle vitamin?

Vitamin B6 may not be exotic, but when it comes to fighting aging, it’s a powerful tool to keep in your arsenal.

Multiply Cellular Health

There’s finally compelling evidence on why—and how—multivitamins contribute to better health. In fact, they may even make you younger!

Vitamin B12

Some experts suggest that B12 could rival vitamin D as the newest nutrient that many Americans – especially older people – don’t get enough of. But boosting your levels can be as easy as popping a pill. Here’s why you need more of this important vitamin.