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Vitamin D Supplements Better Than UV Rays

The American Academy of Dermatology (ADA) has a new position statement on Vitamin D supplementation. The ADA recommends individuals obtain Vitamin D from nutritional resources and dietary supplements, and not from unprotected exposure to harmful UV rays (tanning beds or sun exposure). Besides aiding in the absorption of calcium for maintaing strong bones, Vitamin D may provide protection from osteoporosis, hypertension (high blood pressure), cancer, and several autoimmune diseases.

Fish Oil Benefits

Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) not only benefit the cardiovascular system but have positive effects on weight loss, depression, painful menstruation, osteoporosis and arthritis. In addition, supplementation with these fatty acids may reduce the risk of developing cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, and ADD/ADHD (American Journal of Clinical Nutrition). Contact us today to schedule an Omega 3 Blood Spot Test, a quick and easy way to measure your omega 3 levels.

DNA Testing

Reveal your genetic predisposition for important health conditions with Navigenics' highly accurate and individualized DNA testing. This simple, one-step saliva test will help you take action toward the early detection and treament of common conditions (diabetes, heart problems, arthritis, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, breast, colon and prostate cancers), as well as reduce their effects or prevent them entirely.

Male Birth Control

A plant that reduces fertility, long used by Indonesian men, is being tested as a possible daily birth control option for males. Gandarusa, a leafy shrub native to Indonesia, may represent a long-sought breakthrough in the quest for a cheap, easy-to-make, over the counter daily birth control pill for men. The exciting news is that the drug made from this pant would not affect males hormones and its effects would be reversible after a few months of discontinued use. For more information, watch this PBS video.