Nutrition
Always Thirsty? You Might Be Missing Minerals!
Have you ever been in a state where you are constantly drinking fluids, whether it be water, juice, milk, and nothing seems to quench your thirst? While constant thirst can most definitely be a sign of a serious condition, it can also be indicative of requiring extra minerals- whether it be a specific one or a blend of trace minerals. Today, we thought we'd explore that and help you understand the potential causes of your unrelenting thirst!
Can Mercury Toxicity Cause Insomnia?
Sleep is important, we all know that. It's the time we get to recuperate, recover and rest after a full day of working, interacting, pushing through and burning energy, and the body obviously needs some time to regenerate.
How Does One Get Barium Toxicity?
Barium is not a common heavy metal that many people talk about. Unlike mercury, iron, cadmium, aluminum- even lead, these are major metals that the majority are aware of, but barium is a lesser common one that, when tested and mentioned, many are perplexed on as to how it is even possible they are showing up as toxic on a Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA).
How Do You Know If You're Iodine Deficient On A Hair Test?
Ever wonder why iodine, or rather any halogen, isn't tested on a Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA)?
Well, halogens are gases. In their pure form, they usually come as pairs of atoms stuck together—like F₂ or Cl₂.
Is Strontium Good For Bones?
When we think about bone health, many people consider nutrients like calcium, phosphorus, and vitamins D3 and K2. But what about strontium? Do you know what strontium is? Today, we want to share some details about it. We will explain why this trace mineral might be good for our bones, but it can also be risky.
How Can Magnesium Lower Inflammation?
Have you ever wondered why it works when you take some magnesium for an ache, a pain, or something swollen?
Magnesiu...
Can Nickel Cause Dermatitis?
Have you ever experienced these red inflamed bumps on your skin, resembling a rash, particularly when you wear specif...
What Type Of Seafood Has The Highest Mercury Content?
We have all heard to be wary about consuming too much seafood because of its mercury content, but do you really know ...
How Is Wilson's Disease Connected To Copper?
Did you know there is a genetic mutation that can cause copper toxicity?
Wilson's disease is caused by a mutation in ...
How Is Iron Overload Connected To Hemochromatosis?
Did you know hemochromatosis is relatively common in the United States, particularly among individuals of Northern Eu...
Can Iodine Deficiency Cause Over Calcification?
Did you know that some nutrient deficiencies, such as iodine can be a potential cause of over calcification?
Over-ca...
Can Magnesium Improve Thyroid Function?
Did you know that small, butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck, also known as the thyroid, plays a v...