Microplastics, tiny plastic particles measuring less than 5 millimeters in diameter, are present throughout our environment. Because they are not degraded, they persist indefinitely, and can be found in the air that we breathe, the food that we eat, and the water that we drink. Approximately two thirds of all plastic ever created can be found as ocean debris, or …
Which Quercetin Combo is Nature’s Safer Solution to Inflammation Repair Deficit?
By Russell Jaffe MD, Ph.D., CCN Nature provides us with thousands of bioactive compounds to help us achieve optimal health, but there is one that truly stands out for its anti-inflammatory activity, and that is a compound known as quercetin dihydrate. When combined with another powerful compound- soluble OPC (oligomeric proanthocyanidin) these flavonoids and flavanol polyphenolics are powerful, safer, inflammation …
What’s in Your Multivitamin? Does it Meet Today’s Needs?
A recent study reported that a daily multivitamin supplement slows cognitive decline and improves memory; this was the third major study to report similar results, after the NIH reported its results in 2022 and 2023. But are all multivitamins the same? They are most certainly not. We want you to use choose a product with all of the nutrients you …
Vitalizing Vegan Vegetable Broth
This rich and flavorful vegan broth is delicious on its own, or use it as a base to create your favorite soups and stews, or in any recipe that calls for broth. Serves 8 Ingredients (organic/biodynamic) 1 red onion, cut into eighths 2 carrots, roughly chopped 2 celery stalks, roughly chopped 3 cloves garlic, smashed 1 leek, sliced 1 bay …
Support the Liver in Detoxification with PERQUE Liva Guard™ Forté and other Nutrients
By Elizabeth Friedman, MS The liver is the second largest organ in the human body, second only to the skin. It plays a crucial role in detoxification, which is the process of removing harmful substances or toxins from the body. There are three main phases of detoxification in the liver: Phase I (Functionalization): In this phase, enzymes such as cytochrome …
Neurotoxins in Our Diet – What You Need to Know
Our current food supply contains many neurotoxic compounds (neurotoxins) that “damage, destroy, or impair the functioning of the central and/or peripheral nervous system” and slowly erode our health. These nerve toxins, immunotoxins, and neurochemical and hormone disruptors harm or damage nervous systems neurons in the brains and body communication centers. These neurotoxins are commonly found in processed and ultra-processed foods, …
Holiday Chocolate Date Nut Truffles Recipe
Serves 4-5 Enjoy the holidays with these delicious Date and Nut Truffles! They are easy to make, and healthier than most truffles, using dates for natural sweetness, heart-healthy cocoa powder for heart-healthy antioxidants, and unsalted nuts for protein and healthy fats. Ingredients (organic/biodynamic) 1 c. dates, pitted 1 c. unsalted mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, or cashews) 1/4 c. unsweetened cocoa …
How the Herbs in PERQUE Adreno Distress Guard™ Affect Mood
PERQUE Adreno Distress Guard™ is a natural, non-stimulating product that effectively rehabilitates the body’s energy system at the cellular level. With its combination of three adaptogenic herbs (Rhodiola rosea, Magnolia officinalis, and Phellodendron amurense), it supports the rehabilitation of hormones such as adrenaline and control molecules such as cortisol. One interesting benefit of this trophorestorative repair is a positive effect …
Add Life to Years: Aging Well
Dr. Jaffe often talks about adding years to life and life to years by changing what we eat, drink, think, and do as part of the Nature’s Alkaline Way and Nature’s pHarmacy® approach. This advice is important to all, but especially relevant to seniors and middle-aged adults looking to extend their healthspan (years lived in good health; free from chronic …
ELISA/ACT® Biotechnologies LLC introduces LRA Dental and Orthopedic Materials Testing
STERLING, VA – ELISA.ACT Biotechnologies announces the recent launch of LRA Dental and Orthopedic Materials Testing. Unlike traditional allergy testing methods such as skin prick or antibody-based blood tests, the LRA Dental & Orthopedic Materials testing focuses on identifying sensitivities mediated by T cells, which trigger delayed immune responses and can lead to inflammation or other symptoms. These tests are beneficial …