Blood sugar levels, also
known as glucose levels, refer to the amount of sugar present in our bloodstream.
Glucose is our body's main source of energy. It comes primarily from the foods
we eat (especially carbohydrates). Our bodies rely on a delicate balance of
blood sugar levels to function properly and keep us feeling happy and healthy.
This is a topic that's important for everyone, whether…
Our eyes are the windows to our world, and maintaining optimal vision health throughout our lives requires a consistent focus on consuming the
necessary nutrients at each stage of life. By understanding the specific
nutritional requirements for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors,
we can make informed dietary choices that support lifelong vision
health. Eyes are a complex orga…
As a young child just
starting school, I was embarrassed to wear glasses, so I would sit in the front
row to see the chalkboard. I know firsthand how poor vision can
severely impact learning and lead to low self-esteem. The good news is, we can
help support our children’s vision at a young age with smart food choices. Let’s
take a look at some foods that support vision health and ones that ki…
I attended a physicians’ conference earlier this year that
included dozens of doctors who use supplements as part of their medical
practices, in specialties as diverse as heart health to brain health to women’s
issues and diabetes. On one panel the question from the audience was, “What one
supplement do you recommend to everyone in your practice?” Every physician on
that panel answered: “magn…
Minerals are inorganic components that are
incredibly crucial for many functions. Our bodies use them to support growth,
development, movement, and energy production; to make enzymes and hormones; and to assist in various ways to keep our bones, heart, muscles, and brain functioning
optimally. We hear a lot about certain minerals like calcium, magnesium, zinc,
and iron, but how much should we…
As we strive to make informed choices about what we eat, lets also consider the importance of supporting sustainable fishing practices. Being mindful of sustainability ensures that our oceans remain healthy with abundant sea life for generations to come, and it ensures that we're getting the highest quality omega-3s with maximum health benefits. By choosing Carlson omega-3s, you know that you…
