Tag Archives: Deficiency

Aspirin and Gut Bacteria: Surprising Discoveries in Treating Hormonal Deficiency

Recent research has revealed a surprising connection between aspirin, gut bacteria, and hormonal deficiency caused by genetic mutations. A study conducted by scientists at the Francis Crick Institute discovered that aspirin and the gut microbiome can play a significant role in alleviating symptoms of hypopituitarism a condition where the pituitary gland fails to produce enough… Read More »

Most Americans Suffer From Nature Deficiency Syndrome

Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published July 13, 2017. Spending time outdoors can significantly lift your mood, so it’s no surprise that outdoors activities such as gardening and nature hikes1 have been found to be good therapy. In one survey,2 80% of gardeners reported being “happy” and satisfied with their… Read More »

Is Zinc Deficiency Behind the Dramatic Spike in Yeast Infections?

Three out of four women will have a vaginal yeast infection in their lifetime and an estimated 140 million women worldwide suffer recurrent infections.1 Recurrent infections can have a significantly detrimental impact on quality of life, and because resistance against existing treatments is on the rise, women are in dire need of viable treatment alternatives.… Read More »

Vitamin B12 deficiency: White spots on your forearms is a lesser-known sign of low levels

Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient for good health. Most people can obtain it from a varied diet that includes animal products. However, people eating a plant-based diet can only get vitamin B12 from fortified foods or supplements. One lesser-known symptom to be aware of is white spots on a person’s forearm. These can occur… Read More »