Many people ask me, “do I really need to be taking a multivitamin if I’m healthy?” Well let’s answer that. Firstly, we need to understand what the word healthy truly means. Being ‘healthy’ is an individual feeling, but also something we can quantify with the right lab work (it’s not the whole story, but a big part of it). I generally determine a patient of mine to be in good health when they answer ‘yes’ to the following questions:
Every day, individuals worldwide turn to vitamins and supplements to enhance their well-being and bridge nutritional gaps. Extensive research reaffirms their invaluable benefits, yet navigating the ever-evolving supplement landscape can be daunting. It begs the question: What criteria should one employ when selecting these essential…
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Becoming pregnant — or even considering becoming pregnant — is a time of massive physical and emotional change. Ensuring you’re taking care of your health and potentially your unborn baby’s health is an absolute must. You’re constantly reminded about the importance of prenatal vitamins for…
You’re tired, even after a full night of good sleep. Your body aches, you’re sad for no reason … the list goes on and on. Have you considered that you could be deficient in some essential nutrients? It’s nearly impossible to get every nutrient your…