August Issue
A recent study showed that calcium supplements (by themselves) may increase heart attack risk. Omitted was data showing that magnesium and vitamin K2 prevent cardiovascular disease by shielding soft tissues against deadly calcification. Find out who makes the most popular supplements in America and how these poorly designed formulas can accelerate occlusion of arteries in the heart and brain.
Reports

Pycnogenol: Defense Against Aging
Pycnogenol®, a plant extract from the French Maritime pine tree, has been shown to modulate five major mechanisms of aging. Laboratory results demonstrate significant improvements in skin elasticity, blood glucose, cellular function, and capillary health with the use of this broad spectrum phyto-compound.

Safely Manage Joint Inflammation: Curcumin
Most physicians treat rheumatoid and osteoarthritis pain with side effect-laden prescription drugs. A recent clinical trial reports that BCM-95®,—a superior-absorbing curcumin complex, safely circumvents multiple inflammatory targets rather than simply masking arthritis pain.

Don't Overlook Your Thyroid
The thyroid affects every cell in your body and is a key regulator of your energy, metabolism, and body weight. Too frequently, physicians overlook a malfunctioning thyroid as a cause for fatigue, lack of concentration, and even hair loss! Eva Cwynar, MD, explains why it is essential to test your thyroid, especially as you age.

Skin Protection Effects Of Vitamin E
Everyday sun exposure, pollutants, and free radical damage accelerate skin aging and collagen destruction. Scientists have discovered that topical application of the gamma tocotrienol form of vitamin E regulates gene signals in the skin to reduce common causes of skin deterioration.
Departments

In The News
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Dr. Erika Schwartz: Bioidentical Expertise
As founder of the Bioidentical Hormone Initiative, Erika Schwartz, MD, educates physicians from around the globe on the multiple benefits and correct usage of bioidenticals despite the onslaught of money and opposition from pharmaceutical companies.