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Friday, May 26, 2023

Why do I need a blood draw for the SpectraCell Micronutrient Test (MNT)?

Short answer: Because the MNT is performed on lymphocytes It is necessary to collect whole blood taken from the vein because the SpectraCell micronutrient test is performed on living white blood cells. These cells, called T-lymphocytes (also called T-cells) are a very special type of cell that can be stimulated to grow under certain conditions, which is exactly what the SpectraCell micronutrient test does – it grows (cultures) your cells in different nutritional environments and mea... Read More

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

Three reasons why Spectracell’s Micronutrient Test is more clinically reliable than serum

Serum testing measures how much of a nutrient is floating around outside the cell. SpectraCell tells you how that nutrient is working inside the cell – where it matters. A very common misconception about taking vitamin supplements is that if some is good, more is better. Since micronutrients (which includes vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, amino acids and other compounds) work synergistically, there exists an important and delicate balance of nutrients. Taking too muc... Read More

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Friday, April 7, 2023

Autism, Muscular Problems, and Breathing

Autism, Muscular Problems and Breathing – the surprising ways vitamin C deficiency can show up in autistic children and how its correction can save heartache and money. Classic vitamin C deficiency is typically associated with scurvy, the disease known in colonial times to be linked to trans-Atlantic sailors that was corrected by consumption of citrus. In fact, the once pejorative term ‘limey” was given to British sailors who prevented scurvy with the addition of lime ju... Read More

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Friday, January 20, 2023

Sex Hormones 101

Hormones 101 An Overview of the Three Most Commonly Known Sex Hormones That Affect Health: Estrogen, Testosterone and Progesterone Hormones and nutrients work together to create balance in the body. One cannot exist without the other. Micronutrients regulate, synthesize and detoxify hormones. Like nutrients, hormones work in balance and affect each other profoundly. Following is a primer on basic hormones that affect our health: Estrogen Estrogen actually exists in three main f... Read More

Posted by Nichole Herms at Friday, January 20, 2023

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Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Diabetes is More Than Just Blood Sugar Problems

Learn how micronutrients also affect insulin receptors, fructose metabolism and much more November is National Diabetes Month, which is particularly appropriate after Halloween and the sugar binges that accompany it. Below are a few reasons the dangers of sugar extend beyond a few extra pounds – blood sugar problems deteriorates cells throughout the entire body from the inside out. The good news is that nutrient status can mitigate much of this damage. Here are a few example... Read More

Posted by Nichole Herms at Wednesday, November 9, 2022

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022

Targeted repletion may be the competitive edge every serious athlete needs

: From baseball to bodybuilding – targeted repletion may be the competitive edge every serious athlete needs. The key word being “targeted.” We all know athletes, particularly college and professional athletes, will push their bodies and skill to the edges of potential, and beyond. The physical discipline and mental focus in elite athletes can be extreme. Every improvement in physiology can potentially move the athlete into new realms of performance.... Read More

Posted by Nichole Herms at Tuesday, August 16, 2022

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Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Zinc, the MINERAL you should know about

The primary role of zinc is to activate almost 200 enzymes with vital roles in cell regulation, immune function, acid/base balance, DNA, RNA, and protein synthesis, lipid metabolism, eicosanoid production, and digestion. Zinc also is a component of insulin (energy metabolism), thymic hormones (immune function) and gustin (taste acuity). Deficiency Symptoms: Symptoms of zinc deficiency include fatigue, dermatitis, acne, loss of taste, poor wound healing, anorexia, decreased immunity, del... Read More

Posted by Elissa Rodriguez at Wednesday, May 7, 2014

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