by Samia McCully | Jun 8, 2018 | Blog
When we consume EFAs, the body will use what it needs and then stores the rest for future use. Brain tissue is especially rich in EFAs where it is important for protecting connections between nerve cells. So, a diet deficient in these fats deprives the brain and...
by Samia McCully | Jun 6, 2018 | Blog
Two components in Ginkgo help support brain health: Flavonoids, the source of the plant’s antioxidant qualities, and Terpenoids, which help improve circulation by dilating blood vessels. Ginkgo may work by increasing blood flow, flushing out free radicals that...
by Samia McCully | Jun 2, 2018 | Blog
Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is the most common form of dementia, affecting a person’s memory, thinking and behavior to the point where they don’t recognize themselves and their loved ones. Approximately 5.5 million people age 65 and older have...
by Samia McCully | May 31, 2018 | Blog
Bioflavonoids are present in many plant foods and extracts, such as citrus fruits, rose hips, and medicinal herbs. While bioflavonoids have a variety of actions, the most notable is as an antioxidant, gobbling up inflammation-causing free radicals that circulate...
by Samia McCully | May 4, 2018 | Blog
What does it mean to detoxify? Detoxification is the process by which our cells release toxins into our blood stream, sometimes converted in our liver to a form that the body can eliminate. Our kidneys, colon, and skin are the roots of elimination. When these are...
