Don't stop taking your vitamins! Dr. Mark Hyman explains why

"Vitamins kill people." This is the "theory" proposed by a recent study that's hitting publications and broadcasts all over the country. Dr. Mark Hyman responded with a comprehensive look into why this vitamin study does not prove anything.

According to Dr. Hyman, most vitamin studies that show harm are flawed because they're often designed like drug studies. For instance, a study may issue someone a high dose of vitamin E to see what happens. The danger inherent in this method of testing is obvious. As Hyman points out, "We all agree that broccoli is good for you, but if that were all you ate you would die in short order. The same is true of vitamins. Nutrients are not drugs and they can’t be studied as drugs. They are part of a biological system where all nutrients work as a team to support your biochemical processes. Michael Jordon may have been the best basketball player in history, but he couldn’t have won six NBA titles without a team."

After carefully examining the "Vitamins Kill You" study on older white women in Iowa, Hyman identified some major flaws:
1.) Hormone replacement was not taken into consideration.
2.) Iron should not be given to older women.
3.) Patient background was ignored.
4.) The population was not representative
5.) Forms and quality of vitamins were not identified.
6.) A realistic comparison between vitamins and other medications as cause of death was not made.

To read the complete article, go to http://drhyman.com/why-you-should-not-stop-taking-your-vitamins-7781

Elemental Superfood Seedbars- a delicious new raw, gluten free, dairy free nutrition snack

Nicole Anderson, creator of the Elemental Superfood Seedbar, began making her own food at home because of her daughter's allergies to wheat, dairy and sugar. Her superfood bars are still handmade, and have no artificial additives, no preservatives, and no fillers. They are made with the highest quality organic ingredients. Elemental Superfood Seedbars are high in protein and fiber, and loaded with omega-3s.

For now they are only sold at a few select stores in California, but visit her website at http://www.elemental-raw.com to order a box.

Omega-3 may prevent osteoarthritis

A recent study published in the journal Osteoarthritis and Cartilage concluded that a diet rich in omega-3 from fish and flax oil could significantly reduce the signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis. This study was conducted on guinea pigs that naturally develop osteoarthritis. After feeding the animals an omega-3-rich diet, osteoarthritis was reduced by 50% compared to a standard control diet.

The scientists involved in the research said that the findings are a huge leap forward in proving that omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil and flax oil can drastically slow the progression of osteoarthritis, or even prevent it entirely.

A tip: When consuming flax seeds, always make sure they are ground completely first. The whole, unground seeds can mess with your digestion.

Like mom always said - Eat your broccoli!

A new study found that broccoli in supplement form just doesn't cut it. Because the key nutrients in broccoli are poorly absorbed when taken as a supplement, the study suggests that eating broccoli in its whole food form is the only way to absorb the important phytonutrients. Published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, the study is one of the first to examine the health benefits of cruciferous vegetables in supplement form.


There's been a recent surge of commercial broccoli supplements on the market after studies confirmed broccoli as a powerful anti-cancer agent. Although some nutrients, like folic acid, are better absorbed by the body in supplement form, the specific nutritional compounds found in broccoli need to come from the complete food for the full health benefits.

There you have it. Listen to mom. She knows best.

Eat your fruits and veggies...Your heart will thank you

A recent study suggests that a healthy diet with an abundance of fruits and vegetables can significantly weaken the effect of a gene associated with an increased risk of heart disease. The study was published in the online journal PLoS Medicine, and involved researchers examining the link between a heart disease gene and diet in more than 27,000 people of varied ethnicities. The results were conclusive: the risk of heart attack in those with the at-risk gene who ate a healthy diet comprised primarily of raw fruits and vegetables was very similar to those without the high-risk gene. One of the researchers, Sonia Anand, said, "Our results support the public health recommendation to consume more than five servings of fruits or vegetables as a way to promote good health."