The very latest on vitamin D
Research is improving our knowledge of ever-important vitamin D all the time. Here we present a round-up of the some of the latest studies in vitamin D.
Why Uric Acid is an important marker for your clients’ health
There are a number of myths and misconceptions about Uric Acid, and the important role it plays in your clients’ health picture. From how Uric Acid is produced to its relationship with sugar and the conditions associated with this marker, this blog post will support you in understanding why Uric Acid is an important element […]
Using electrolytes to give your clients a clearer view of the impact of stress on their systems
If you’ve been thinking that you don’t quite have the full picture when it comes to your clients’ true stress load, it might be time to take a deeper look at their electrolyte balance. Using electrolytes as markers could identify many causes of stress in the body – from infection to exercise, and more. Read […]
The importance of C-peptide in assessing blood sugar management
Recent statistics from Diabetes UK show that more than 4.9 million people nationwide have been diagnosed with diabetes; with millions more yet undiagnosed, or at an increased risk. At an all-time high, this figure is expected to rise to a staggering 5.3 million by 2025. Fortunately, studies have consistently shown that combined lifestyle interventions, such […]
Analysing aluminium as an indicator of brain health – part 2
In part 1 of this 2-part blog series focusing on Aluminium (Al), we discussed the possible effects Aluminium can have on the brain and some of the mechanisms through which it can disrupt physiological function. In this second instalment, join us in diving into sources of Aluminium exposure and discover the actions you can take […]
Analysing Aluminium as an indicator of brain health – Part 1
As a practitioner with a busy practice, your attention might not yet have been drawn to the impact of Aluminium. This metal is all around us in our daily lives – and is incredibly important as an indicator of current and potential brain health outcomes in your clients. That means it’s vital that you add […]
What COVID-19 highlighted about the role of Vitamin D: Part 2
In the second installment of our 2-part blog series, you’ll get a deep dive into the relationship between Vitamin D and the hidden health trends you could be missing in your clients. Missed Part 1? Head on over to catch up here. Read on to discover the impact of Vitamin D on innate and adaptive […]
What COVID-19 highlighted about the role of Vitamin D: Part 1
In this 2-part blog series, you’ll get a deep dive into the relationship between COVID-19 and Vitamin D, with recommendations on how you can apply these learnings to your clinical practice. Read on to discover the impact of Vitamin D on innate and adaptive immunity. The association between Vitamin D levels and COVID-19 health outcomes […]
What you need to know about Lipoprotein (a) and cardiovascular health
When considering the prevention of – and support for – cardiovascular conditions, there are a large number of biomarkers that you would want to investigate, including standard normal lipid panels, inflammatory markers, and many others. You can find in-depth information about all of these in this webinar But there is one biomarker that stands alone: […]
5 things you might not know about Homocysteine
If you have a client with a (suspected or diagnosed) chronic health condition or one with a family history of Cardiovascular Disease who is looking to take preventative measures, running functional tests that include the Homocysteine marker (HCY) can make a big difference to your client outcomes. You may already have some familiarity with HCY, […]
3 things you might not know about Albumin – plus 3 hidden pearls of wisdom
If you have a client with suspected Liver dysfunction, perhaps they are presenting with unexplained fatigue or have signs of jaundice or weight loss, running functional tests that include the Albumin marker can make a big difference to their health outcome. This marker is frequently included in routine blood panels by doctors – most often […]