Extra Vitamin D May Lengthen Lifespan

10/23/2007 Taking vitamin D supplements may lower the risk of death from any cause, according to a meta-analysis in the Sept. 10 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine (2007;167(16):1730-37). After reviewing 18 randomized controlled trials of vitamin D supplementation, with a total of 57,311 participants, the researchers found 4,777 of the participants died during the…

Lutein, Zeaxanthin Reduce Risk of Age-Related Eye Disease

Lutein, Zeaxanthin Reduce Risk of Age-Related Eye Disease 10/23/2007 Increased intake of the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin may be associated with a lower risk for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), according to a report in the September issue of Archives of Ophthalmology (2007;125:1225-1232). The study—supported by the National Eye Institute, National Institutes of Health and Bausch…

I have osteopenia and it is suggested that I take 1,500 of calcium in a 2:1 ratio with magnesium.

Question: Hello! I have osteopenia and it is suggested that I take 1,500 of calcium in a 2:1 ratio with magnesium. I see that your suggested dosage of liquid coral calcium contains 575 of calcium. Does that mean I would need to take 3 dosages each day to receive the 1,500? By the way, I…

Here’s More On – ORAC

More on ORAC When comparing ORAC data, care must be taken to ensure that the units and food being compared are similar. Some evaluations will compare ORAC units per grams dry weight, others will evaluate ORAC units wet weight and still others will look at ORAC units/serving. Under each evaluation, different foods can appear to…

Can you tell me what Liquid Power’s ORAC Value is?

Question: Hello, Can you tell me what the ORAC Value per two ounces is in your Vitamin and Mineral supplements? Thank you, LuAnn Answer: Lu Ann, We don’t perform ORAC testing on any of our products. I have had a very successful and large holistic practice in Southern California for almost 18 years. I carry…

I have neuropathy and I have tried two different brands of Benfothiamine – Can you help me?

Q: I have neuropathy and I have tried two different brands of Benfothiamine and both times I have experienced fatigue and weakness. Unfortunately, for me, the Benfothiamine I am currently taking helps a great deal at the higher strengths, but I don’t seem to be able to tolerate it. Have you heard any complaints like…