68 results for 'zinc'

Zinc is a dietary trace mineral that helps immune cells develop and stay healthy. As the second most abundant trace mineral in the body (after iron), zinc plays a critical role in many body process ...

Aging is an inevitable part of life, but how well we age can be influenced by the choices we make. Graceful aging isn't just about looking good; it's about feeling vibrant and maintaining health a ...

Making healthy food and lifestyle choices on a daily basis can help boost our immune system and keep it functioning optimally. Quick Tips to Boost ImmunityMaintain a healthy diet. Eat more fruit ...

Where did the summer go? I can’t believe it’s already that time of year, where kids of all ages, teachers, professors, and other school employees head back to school. As we move from being outside, ...

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; ...

There has been much debate over the years as to whether we need a multivitamin or not. Many Americans eat what has been unfortunately coined as the Standard American Diet (SAD) which is loaded with r ...

While vitamin D is no doubt the quarterback of the immune system, and zinc is the number one receiver, there is a growing appreciation for the role that the rest of the team of lesser ...

Many of today's adolescents and teens fall short on important nutrients because of fast food availability, vending machine accessibility, low nutrient quality in soil, and more. Some call them the "o ...

This is the time of year where our immune systems are more taxed than ever. This can be due to a variety of reasons which may include: colder weather and fluxing temps; food choices; and increased st ...

At a time when staying healthy is a top priority for all of us, I find myself thinking about key nutrients we all may be missing. This year is no time to let your nutrient status slip. These five mi ...

Our immune system protects us from outside invaders. We can support healthy immune system function daily starting with the foods we eat. Here are some of the most important nutrients for a strong imm ...

As we start heading into fall, it's a great time to support our immune system for the winter season. We can start with our diet and add supplements as needed. Antioxidant-Rich Foods and Vit ...