Articles — vitamin D

The list of vitamin D benefits is quite long because vitamin D has been shown to affect many bodily functions. Vitamin D contributes to bone health, cardiovascular health, immune system health, and even certain cancers. There is even a clear link between low vitamin D and autoimmune thyroid disease such as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and Graves’ disease. However, many doctors are still not routinely monitoring blood vitamin D levels as it is often overlooked and not treated as a medical concern. One recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism found a strong relationship between very low and...

The 10 things you can do to improve your health and overall wellness at menopause Have your hormone levels tested Consider and discuss with your doctor a well balanced regimen of bio-identical hormones. Recent research has shown that taking bio-identical hormones can improve mood and hot flashes in women after menopause. Have your thyroid tested and correct any thyroid dysfunction (hypothyroidism is quite common in menopausal women) Address any sleep issue such as insomnia, sleep apnea, or narcolepsy Take a comprehensive supplement regimen to support your immune system and metabolism (antioxidants, Probiotics, and Omega-3 fatty acids) Engage in a relaxation technique...