Many scientists believe that Alpha-lipoic acid is an important antioxidant. One of its most key characteristics is that it is both fat-soluble and water-soluble. This enables it to provide antioxidant protection in a much wider range of body systems, which has resulted in some scientists referring to alpha-lipoic acid as the “universal” antioxidant.

What is Whey Protein?

When cow's milk is used to manufacture cheese, it also leads to the production of whey. Whey is a mixture of lactoglobulin, alpha-lactalbumin and serum albumin. Whey that is dehydrated and concentrated becomes powdered whey protein.

What Makes It Good for the Body?

Whey protein contains all of the essential amino acids in the proper proportion required for good health. It has the highest

Dr. Lindsey Duncan is one of the most well respected Naturopathic Doctors in the world. He has appeared on ABC News, NBC News, CBS News, CNN News and even the BBC Worldwide. Hundreds of his articles have been published world wide. He has over 40,000 documented clinical hours and his clients have included many film, music, television and political figures.

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This month co-owner Bryan Flamm, D.O.M. reviews material that describes new research that helps us to understand obesity in a new way that may help you to achieve your optimal healthy weight. Special nutrients can assist this process.

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Over 100 million Americans suffer from digestive problems. If you are one of them, you have the power to take control of your diges tive health through proper diet and the help of the right supple ments. Whether you experience digestive issues like constipation, IBS, heartburn, gas, bloating and other digestive problems, or if you want to maintain the good digestive health you already have, the H.O.P.E. Formula is for you.

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Dr. DesMaisons has worked with depression mood swings, cravings, and addictions. Her research shows that stabilizing blood sugar levels, serotonin and beta-endorphin affects how we feel. Her diet program is designed to keep us off anti-depressants like Prozac by normalizing body chemistry - the key to keeping emotions consistently positive.

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One bodybuilding supplement lately has captured the attention of both researchers and athletes. It's CLA, short for conjugated linoleic acid. Linoleic acid belongs to a family of essential fatty acids called omega-6 fatty acids and performs a number of important metabolic functions in the body. Whereas linoleic acid is present in many vegetable oils, CLA occurs primarily in beef and dairy products. Its commercial form is derived

Foods high in pyruvate include certain fruits, vegetables, wines and cheeses.

Many athletes are forever searching for nutritional magic bullets to boost their performance. Sometimes the remedies turn out to be mere fads and, like baseball caps worn backward, don't have much practical purpose. Recently pyruvate, a stabilized form of pyruvic acid, and its sister compound, dihydroxyacetone, have become popular dietary supplements in sports

Creatine supplements increase intracellular levels of creatine phosphate, a high-energy compound used to make ATP--the body's main energy source during excercise.

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